Senior Electronics Integration and Test Engineer

Draper; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 82,300 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Workplace flexibility

Employee clubs

Health and finance workshops

Discounts to local museums and cultural activities

Job summary

Draper is seeking a System Integration and Test (I&T) Engineer to manage I&T activities from concept to system certification. This role requires effective collaboration and leadership skills within a fast-paced environment in Cambridge, MA.

Applicants must have a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field and 5–7 years of related experience. Draper provides a competitive base salary ranging from $82,300 to $220,000, reflecting location and expertise.

Benefits include workplace flexibility, social events, and cultural discounts.

Qualifications

• 5‑7 years in Systems Engineering or a related role.
• Ability to manage I&T activities through system certification.
• Experience presenting technical information to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of assignments and guide others.
• Derive plans for solving complex I&T problems.
• Mentor less experienced engineers.

Skills

Curiosity‑driven problem solving

Effective collaboration

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field

Job description

Overview

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross‑fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary

System Integration and Test (I&T) Engineer (SMTS) serves as the system integrator for technologies and product lines developed using Draper's core capabilities. In this role, they plan, execute, and manage I&T activities starting from early test concept development through system certification. This includes functional simulation, subsystem and system integration and test, verification and validation (V&V), performance evaluation, and acceptance testing. System I&T Engineers leverage multi-disciplinary engineering expertise and collaborate with other Systems Engineers to establish clear, verifiable, and traceable requirements, inform and drive system concepts, architectures, and designs to promote testability, and utilize resident expertise and lessons learned to support the development of highly reliable, robust, and complex systems.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Able to take ownership of assignments and guide others as needed; successfully lead tasks while tracking priorities, scope, cost, and schedule.
• Derive plans, approaches, and procedures for solving complex I&T problems across a program lifecycle, capturing all assumptions and adapting appropriately to changes in requirements with limited direction.
• Independently contribute high‑quality content for technical reports and presentations that demonstrates understanding of the task and awareness of the intended audience. Demonstrates both confidence and success when presenting technical information during meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify program/system‑level technical risks and develop and execute mitigation strategies.
• Actively mentor less experienced engineers and provide thoughtful, constructive feedback.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities

• Curiosity‑driven approach to solving complex, industry and customer‑driven problems as part of a multi‑disciplinary team.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively and openly with multi‑disciplinary program team members, program leadership, and non‑technical personnel.
• Be a team player able to work in a fast‑paced environment with the ability to balance multiple competing tasks and demands.

Education

Requires a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field.

Experience

Requires 5‑7 years in Systems Engineering or a related role.

Additional Requirements

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Job Location

Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139‑3563

Compensation

The U.S. base salary range for this full‑time position is $82,300.00 – $220,000.00. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all U.S. locations. Salary is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The compensation details listed in U.S. role postings reflect the base salary only and do not include bonuses or benefits.

Benefits & Work‑Life Balance

Draper supports many programs to improve work‑life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs, health and finance workshops, off‑site social events, and discounts to local museums and cultural activities.

EEO Statement

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high‑performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact [e-mail].