Senior GNC and Advanced Sensing Systems Engineer

draper; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Draper in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Systems Analysis Engineer to develop and apply advanced digital engineering for complex systems across domains like strategic deterrence, missile defense, hypersonics, space, and autonomous vehicles.

You will lead small teams, perform system lifecycle analyses, and translate requirements into technical decisions, using SysML and MATLAB/Simulink, with a background in GNC, GPS/PNT, and Kalman filtering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering.
• 5-7 years in systems analysis or related field.
• Experience with MBSE tools such as SysML and MATLAB/Simulink.
• Knowledge of GPS/PNT, GNC, and CONOPS development.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis approaches for specific problems and execute assignments.
• Lead small teams and align with program goals and build trust.
• Propose design modifications based on analysis results.
• Identify program/system-level risks and mitigate.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and external partners.

Skills

GNC knowledge

GPS/PNT

Kalman filtering

MBSE experience

Systems engineering

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, or related Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SysML

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Draper in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Systems Analysis Engineer to develop and apply advanced digital engineering for complex systems across domains like strategic deterrence, missile defense, hypersonics, space, and autonomous vehicles.

You will lead small teams, perform system lifecycle analyses, and translate requirements into technical decisions, using SysML and MATLAB/Simulink, with a background in GNC, GPS/PNT, and Kalman filtering.