Senior Radiation Test Engineer

Draper Labs; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Draper, an independent nonprofit R&D organization based in Cambridge, MA, is seeking a senior test engineer for the Integration and Test group. You will lead testing in space-like radiation environments, define and execute test plans, and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to validate hardware designed for extreme conditions.

The role requires strong leadership, hands-on testing with various instruments, and travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Applied Physics, or related field.
• 7–10 years in Systems Engineering or relevant role.
• Requires ability to obtain and maintain government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage and control priorities, scope, schedule, and cost to baselines by monitoring program/task performance across larger activities.
• Derive system-level I&T requirements and define plans, approaches, and detailed test procedures.
• Help customers understand and mitigate I&T risks and issues.
• Serve as SME to develop and implement I&T approaches through a program lifecycle.
• Identify program/system-level I&T risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Develop, document, and teach best practices to less experienced engineers; demonstrate planning and time management.

Skills

Test engineering

Radiation testing

Systems engineering

Leadership

Education

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Computer Engineering

Systems Engineering (education)

Applied 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

Draper's contested environment Integration and Test (I&T) group is looking for a senior test engineer with experience testing in both space and strategic radiation environments (and effects) including:

• Sustained X/Gamma-rays (TID)
• Flash X-Ray (prompt dose, dose rate)
• Heavy Ions (SEE)
• Protons (SEE)
• Thermal/fast Neutrons (nSEE, DD)

The candidate should be well versed in test definition, planning, preparation, execution, and reporting. The candidate should have experience working with leading test teams, a variety of test instrumentation, field testing, working with analog or digital devices, exposure to developing hardware control software. Experience with circuit board design is also desirable.

The role will require working with and leading one or more teams in helping programs evaluate, refine, and validate components and hardware designs intended to operate in extremely challenging environments. An ability to support some amount of travel and work out of the Draper Cambridge, MA office are also required.

Job Description

Duties/Responsibilities

• Manage and control priorities, scope, schedule, and cost to baselines by proactively monitoring program/task performance across larger activities.
• Independently derive system-level I&T requirements based on mission requirements and defines plans, approaches, and detailed test procedures to solve complex I&T problems.
• Helps customers understand and adequately mitigate and resolve I&T risks and issues.
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) able to develop and implement I&T approaches through a program lifecycle.
• Identify program/system-level I&T technical risks and develop and execute mitigation strategies.
• Develop, document, and teach best practices to less experienced engineers. Demonstrate strong organization, planning, and time management skills to achieve program goals.
• Performs 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 7-10 years in Systems Engineering or relevant role.

Additional Job Description

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

Candidates are expected to work primarily out of Draper's Cambridge, MA office.

Travel to support testing and other efforts will be required for this position. Less than 25% in a given year is expected.

Job Location - City

Cambridge

Job Location - State

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code

02139-3563

Salary

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $95,000.00 - $245,000.00.

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.

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].

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities.