Senior Radiation Test Engineer

The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Draper in Cambridge, MA is seeking a senior test engineer for its Contested Environment Integration and Test (I&T) group, focusing on testing in space and radiation environments (TID, SEE, protons, heavy ions). This role involves planning, execution, and reporting across diverse test setups and hardware/software integration.

The candidate will lead test activities, collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams, and travel as needed to support programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Applied Physics, or related field.
• 7-10 years of experience in Systems Engineering or a relevant role.
• Experience with test definition, planning, execution, and reporting; leading test teams and hardware/software integration.

Responsibilities

• Manage priorities, scope, schedule, and cost to baselines by monitoring program performance.
• Independently derive system-level I&T requirements and define test plans and procedures.
• Help customers mitigate and resolve I&T risks and issues.
• Act as SME to develop and implement I&T approaches through a program lifecycle.
• Identify I&T risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Develop, document, and teach best practices to less experienced engineers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Curiosity-driven

Communication

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Applied Physics, or related field

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

Job Location - City: Cambridge

Job Location - State: Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code: 02139-3563

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. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.

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.

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, activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact [e-mail]. We are in the business of redefining what is possible. Join our inclusive, multidisciplinary team to engineer the groundbreaking solutions of tomorrow. Explore life at Draper with our unique culture and benefits at draper.com.