Senior Avionics Hardware Engineer

The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc.; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 95,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Workplace flexibility

Employee clubs

Health and finance workshops

Off-site social events

Discounts to museums

Job summary

The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc. seeks a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead avionics hardware design across multiple programs in Cambridge, MA.

You will architect complex circuits, validate designs, and mentor junior engineers while coordinating with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include translating requirements into hardware architectures, performing simulations, supporting manufacturing, and advancing innovative power and signal integrity solutions for high-reliability

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering or related field.
• Advanced degree preferred for deeper design leadership.
• Strong written and verbal communication; mentorship ability.

Responsibilities

• Translate requirements into hardware architectures with cross-functional teams.
• Build, debug, and test prototypes and deliverables.
• Prepare manufacturing documentation and provide ongoing support.
• Research and enable innovative avionics solutions for complex designs.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and manage technical risks and schedules.

Skills

Electronic design

Design specifications

Communication skills

Organization

Time management

Analytical skills

Prioritization

Engineering theory

Education

B.S. in Electrical Eng

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc. seeks a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead avionics hardware design across multiple programs in Cambridge, MA.

You will architect complex circuits, validate designs, and mentor junior engineers while coordinating with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include translating requirements into hardware architectures, performing simulations, supporting manufacturing, and advancing innovative power and signal integrity solutions for high-reliability