Draper

Senior Navigation Algorithm Engineer

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2 hours ago
Cambridge, MA, USASenior

Base Salary

$75k - $245k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate requirements, propose solutions, and explore design tradeoffs.
  • Design navigation, autonomy, guidance, and control algorithms using modern theory and proven techniques.
  • Develop embedded software from prototype algorithms for real-time systems.
  • Analyze designs and execute software tests to demonstrate performance, functionality, and compliance with requirements.
  • Evaluate results, identify problem causes, and develop solutions for inefficiencies or other problems.
  • Prepare technical data, procedures, reports, drawings, manuals, and other documentation.
  • Communicate with customers and stakeholders about requirements, designs, and deliverables.
  • Track project priorities, scope, schedule, and cost.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field.
  • 5–10 years of software engineering or related experience.
  • Strong programming skills in MATLAB, Simulink, Python, and C/C++.
  • Knowledge of autonomy and GNC algorithms, real-time software development tools, and real-time algorithm and software validation.
  • Familiarity with trajectory optimization, optimal control, control systems, and trajectory design or optimization algorithms.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, project execution, and teamwork skills.
  • A master's or PhD in a related field is preferred.
  • Secret security clearance is preferred; selected applicants must obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Benefits

  • Workplace flexibility and programs supporting work-life balance.
  • Employee clubs, including photography and yoga.
  • Health and finance workshops.
  • Off-site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities.
  • Full-time position located in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Tech Stack

CC++MATLABPython

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