Senior Radiation Analysis Engineer

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

Job summary

Draper is seeking a Senior-level Radiation Analysis Engineer to join the Contested Environment System Analysis group. The role involves solving complex system architecture and analysis challenges related to radiation environments, with hands-on work on materials and electronics and mentoring junior engineers.

60% on-site time is expected in Cambridge, MA or Clearfield, UT, with collaboration across cross-disciplinary teams to deliver actionable results and published reports.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication and ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong analytical skills to support modeling and analysis tasks.
• Attention to detail in planning critical test and analysis activities.
• Solid understanding of radiation interactions with materials and devices.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering decisions based on radiation effects on system performance.
• Design harden and verify performance across multiple radiation effects (TID, NDD, SEE).
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical development.
• Identify program risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Skills

Communication

Analytical ability

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Team player

Radiation interactions

Education

Bachelor’s in Physics

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 Contested Environment System Analysis group is seeking a Senior‑level Radiation Analysis Engineer to support cross‑disciplinary teams to solve complex system architecture, requirements, and analysis challenges driven by radiation environments. Candidates should have hands‑on experience with radiation effects on materials and electronics and be able to translate those effects into practical implications for system design. The candidate will be expected to work effectively in a team environment, mentor junior engineers, and communicate progress and results through published reports and presentations. This role requires at least 60% time on‑site in either Cambridge, MA or Clearfield, UT.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Support engineering decisions based on radiation effects on overall system performance.
• Design harden and verify the performance of systems across multiple radiation effects, including dose rate, total ionizing dose (TID), neutron displacement damage (NDD), and single event effects (SEE).
• Support interdisciplinary teams to ensure that radiation hardening is maintained across the product lifecycle.
• Drive solutions to complex problems with limited direction – contribute to task planning and technical development, propose ways forward, and adapt appropriately to changes in program requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to lead small teams (fewer than 5 people). Seeks to align team towards program goals and builds trust within the team.
• Able to provide insight and suggest design modifications based on analysis outcomes, and to apply analysis techniques across a range of technical challenges.
• Identify program/system‑level technical risks and develop and execute mitigation strategies for them.
• Actively mentor less experienced engineers and provide thoughtful, constructive feedback.
• Performs other related duties as needed.

Skills / Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively and openly with multi‑disciplinary program team members, program leadership, and non‑technical personnel.
• Excellent analytical skills to support modeling and analysis tasks.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, especially with regard to planning critical test and analysis activities.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Team player able to work in a fast‑paced environment with the ability to balance multiple competing tasks and demands.
• Solid understanding of radiation interactions with materials and devices.

Education

Requires a Bachelor’s in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or other relevant field. A Master’s degree, or PhD is preferred.

Experience

Requires 5-7 years Radiation Engineering or related experience.

Security Clearance

Applicants selected for this position must be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. A current in‑scope Secret clearance is required.

Job Location

Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139-3563

Compensation

The US base salary range for this full‑time position is $82,300.00 - $220,000.00. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. 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. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity 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].

Application Note

Please note that application forms and associated processes are managed through Draper’s career website. For more information, visit www.draper.com/careers.