Senior Avionics Hardware Engineer

Draper Labs; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Draper is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer in Cambridge, MA, to design avionics solutions across programs. You will develop architectures, circuits, and tests for flight computers and interfaces, guiding complex hardware from concept to deployment.

The role requires leadership, mentorship, and collaboration with cross-functional teams, with in-office work most days to support multi-card avionics systems and ensure performance, timing, and power integrity.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in electronic design and circuit analysis.
• Ability to write detailed design specifications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage complex projects.
• Understanding of signal integrity and power integrity in avionics.

Responsibilities

• Translate project and system requirements into hardware architectures with cross-functional teams.
• Build, debug, and test prototypes and deliverable hardware.
• Prepare documentation for manufacturing and provide ongoing support.
• Research and enable innovative solutions for cutting-edge designs.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams to develop reliable, cost-effective end solutions.
• Identify technical risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Support business development by contributing to proposals and sponsor engagements.

Skills

Electronic design

Design specifications

Communication skills

Time management

Analytical problem-solving

Prioritization

Mentorship

Systems engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Draper is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer in Cambridge, MA, to design avionics solutions across programs. You will develop architectures, circuits, and tests for flight computers and interfaces, guiding complex hardware from concept to deployment.

The role requires leadership, mentorship, and collaboration with cross-functional teams, with in-office work most days to support multi-card avionics systems and ensure performance, timing, and power integrity.