Senior Test Equipment Development Engineer

Draper; Boston (MA); Sur place; USD 82 300 - 220 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Draper, based in Cambridge, MA, seeks a Senior Test Equipment Development Engineer to lead the development and management of complex electrical, mechanical, and software-based test equipment. You will integrate testing from concept to certification while mentoring junior engineers.

A Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field and 5-7 years of relevant experience are required. The position offers a competitive salary range of $82,300 to $220,000.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years in Systems Engineering or relevant role.
• Experience developing and managing complex test equipment.

Responsabilités

• Lead integration and test activities from concept through certification.
• Produce technical reports and presentations.
• Identify technical risks and execute mitigation strategies.
• Mentor less experienced engineers.

Connaissances

Curiosity-driven problem solving

Effective collaboration

Team player

Task and demand balancing

Formation

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

Description du poste

Overview

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. Draper’s 2,000+ employees tackle national challenges from military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, delivering successful and usable solutions. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists collaborate in a cross‑fertilizing environment that inspires true innovation.

Job Description Summary

The Strategic Systems Engineering Test Equipment group seeks a Senior Test Equipment Development Engineer to develop and manage complex electrical, mechanical and software‑based test equipment throughout the full system lifecycle. You will serve as a lead system integrator, designing, developing and managing integration and test activities from early concept through system certification.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Own assignments and guide others, leading tasks while tracking priorities, scope, cost, and schedule.
• Develop plans, approaches, and procedures to solve complex integration and test problems across a program lifecycle.
• Produce high‑quality technical reports and presentations tailored to the intended audience.
• Present technical information confidently in meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify program‑level technical risks and execute mitigation strategies.
• Mentor less experienced engineers, providing constructive feedback.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills / Abilities

• Curiosity‑driven approach to solving complex, industry‑driven problems as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with program team members, leadership, and non‑technical personnel.
• Team player who can work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Balance multiple competing tasks and demands.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field.

Experience

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

Additional Job Description

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

Job Location – City

Cambridge

Job Location – State

Massachusetts

Job Location – Postal Code

02139‑3563

Salary Range – United States

$82,300.00 – $220,000.00 (base salary only)

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].