Senior Integration and Test Engineer

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

Job summary

Draper Labs in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is seeking a Systems Engineer to join their fast-paced team. The role involves collaborating with hardware and software teams, contributing to system architectures, and developing test requirements. A bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 5-7 years of experience are required.

Candidates must be able to thrive in a collaborative environment that fosters innovative solutions for national security challenges. Competitive salary range from $82,300 to $220,000 based on experience and location.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in Systems Engineering or a relevant role.
• Experience in fast-paced development environments.
• Experience with environmental test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with design teams to ensure testability of designs.
• Develop test plans and execute system validation activities.
• Mentor less experienced engineers.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Technical documentation

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Python

Test equipment

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:

The Tailored Systems Business Area within Electronics Program Office directorate delivers first‑of‑a‑kind field‑ready microelectronics solutions in support of National Security missions. The Draper team is chartered with supporting the Nation's most challenging problems by providing an iterative and agile approach to innovative and creative technical solutions delivered at the speed of mission and by driving leading edge technology development efforts to support future mission needs. This role will support a large multi‑disciplinary team as part of a long‑standing, fast‑paced contract with a history of immense success.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with hardware and software design teams to ensure designs are testable and provide feedback throughout the design process.
• Contribute to system concepts and architectures that promote design‑for‑test capabilities.
• Take mission‑focused requirements and develop them into a testable set of requirements.
• Develop the requisite test to verify the requirements including but not limited to ATP, DVT and qualification testing.
• Serve as system integrator and execute system validation activities.
• Coordinate and lead a team of 3‑5 individual contributors to plan, execute, and document development and production testing in accordance with program objectives and requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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, 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 which show an understanding of their task and an 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 related field.

Experience:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in fast‑paced development environments.
• Experience interfacing with, operating, and troubleshooting environmental test equipment (rate tables, shakers, impact testers, thermal, humidity, and pressure chambers).
• Experience automating and optimizing test infrastructure and processes.
• Experience with Python and test scripting.

Security Clearance:

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Current in‑scope Top Secret security clearance is required.

Job Location:

Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139‑3563

Salary:

United States base salary range for this full‑time position is $82,300.00 – $220,000.00. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role.

EEO Statement:

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. 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].