Senior Radiation Architecture Engineer: Hardened Systems Lead

Draper Labs; Reston (VA); 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 local museums and cultural activities

Job summary

Draper Labs, located in Reston, Virginia, is seeking a Principal-level Radiation Architecture Engineer to develop system concepts for operations in radiation environments. This role involves designing radiation-hardened systems and leading teams to ensure performance requirements are met.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 7-10 years of related experience. The position offers a salary range of $95,000 – $245,000 along with various work-life balance benefits.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years Radiation Engineering or related experience.
• Hands-on experience in delivering radiation-hardened systems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead medium-sized teams.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering decisions based on radiation effects.
• Design and verify performance of radiation-hardened systems.
• Develop best practices and mentor less experienced engineers.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Radiation interactions knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or relevant field

Master’s degree or PhD (preferred)

Job description

Draper Labs, located in Reston, Virginia, is seeking a Principal-level Radiation Architecture Engineer to develop system concepts for operations in radiation environments. This role involves designing radiation-hardened systems and leading teams to ensure performance requirements are met.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 7-10 years of related experience. The position offers a salary range of $95,000 – $245,000 along with various work-life balance benefits.