2 months ago
Cambridge, MA, USA or Houston, TX, USAMid Level / Senior
Base Salary
$75k - $156k/yr
Responsibilities
- Evaluate system requirements, propose solutions, and explore design trades.
- Design GN&C algorithms using modern theory and proven techniques.
- Develop embedded software from prototype algorithms using real-time software development tools.
- Analyze designs and execute software tests to demonstrate performance, functionality, and compliance with requirements.
- Investigate problem causes and develop solutions for inefficient or problematic designs.
- Derive task-level or component-level requirements from system requirements.
- Prepare technical data, procedures, reports, drawings, manuals, presentations, and other documentation.
- Communicate with customers and stakeholders about requirements, designs, and deliverables.
- Track priorities, scope, schedule, and cost and participate in team meetings.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field is required.
- Three to five years of GN&C algorithm/software engineering or related experience is required.
- Proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink, Python, C/C++, or related tools.
- Foundational knowledge of autonomy, guidance, navigation, and control technology.
- Strong background in control systems theory and/or state estimation using filtering techniques.
- Knowledge of real-time software development, project execution, and validating real-time algorithms and software.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, written communication, and verbal communication skills.
- Master's or PhD in a related field is preferred.
- Applicants may be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
Benefits
- Workplace flexibility programs support work-life balance.
- Employee clubs, health and finance workshops, off-site social events, and discounts to local museums and cultural activities are available.
- The position is full-time and located in Houston, Texas.
About Draper
Draper is an independent, nonprofit engineering R&D organization that designs and delivers complex systems for government, defense, space, and biomedical customers. It works as a prime contractor and subcontractor on programs spanning guidance and navigation (PNT), autonomous systems, human systems, and special programs, with headquarters in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Its business model centers on sponsored research and engineering services for U.S. government agencies, industry partners, and academia.