Summary: The Embedded Microsystems and Sensors Group at Draper is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to develop and manage requirements, architecture, interface documentation, and system ...
Summary: The Embedded Microsystems and Sensors Group at Draper is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to develop and manage requirements, architecture, interface documentation, and system ...
Distinguished Systems Engineer for Embedded Microsystems Archite with Security Clearance
Cambridge, MA · On-site
Summary: The Embedded Microsystems and Sensors Group at Draper is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to develop and manage requirements, architecture, interface documentation, and system ...
Distinguished Systems Engineer for Embedded Microsystems Archite with Security Clearance
Cambridge, MA · On-site
Summary: The Embedded Microsystems and Sensors Group at Draper is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to develop and manage requirements, architecture, interface documentation, and system ...
Engineer: Senior Embedded Systems Engineer
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$70K - $130K/yr
Substantial experience with bare-metal embedded programming across resource-constrained systems. * Hands-on background designing and building secure firmware for production hardware. * Strong command ...
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Engineer: Senior Embedded Systems Engineer
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$70K - $130K/yr
Substantial experience with bare-metal embedded programming across resource-constrained systems. * Hands-on background designing and building secure firmware for production hardware. * Strong command ...
* 12+ years of experience in embedded design and development * Design, develop, and maintain embedded software components on QNX RTOS OR Embedded Linux * Must possess experience in managing and leading ...
* 12+ years of experience in embedded design and development * Design, develop, and maintain embedded software components on QNX RTOS OR Embedded Linux * Must possess experience in managing and leading ...
Engineer: Senior Embedded Systems Engineer
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$130K - $172K/yr
Substantial experience with bare-metal embedded programming across resource-constrained systems. * Hands-on background designing and building secure firmware for production hardware. * Strong command ...
Engineer: Senior Embedded Systems Engineer
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$130K - $172K/yr
Substantial experience with bare-metal embedded programming across resource-constrained systems. * Hands-on background designing and building secure firmware for production hardware. * Strong command ...
Engineer: Senior Embedded Systems Engineer
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$70K - $130K/yr
Substantial experience with bare-metal embedded programming across resource-constrained systems. * Hands-on background designing and building secure firmware for production hardware. * Strong command ...
Engineer: Senior Embedded Systems Engineer
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$70K - $130K/yr
Substantial experience with bare-metal embedded programming across resource-constrained systems. * Hands-on background designing and building secure firmware for production hardware. * Strong command ...
Principal Embedded Software Engineer
Burlington, MA · On-site
$180K - $200K/yr
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Principal Embedded Software Engineer
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$180K - $200K/yr
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... system-level design and driving execution across embedded and DSP domains. You will operate at the intersection of research and product engineering - bringing advanced audio algorithms and embedded ...
... system-level design and driving execution across embedded and DSP domains. You will operate at the intersection of research and product engineering - bringing advanced audio algorithms and embedded ...
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Danvers, MA · On-site
:- * 12+ years of experience in embedded design and development * Design, develop, and maintain embedded software components on QNX RTOS / Embedded Linux * Must possess experience in managing and leading ...
Embedded System Engineer
Danvers, MA · On-site
:- * 12+ years of experience in embedded design and development * Design, develop, and maintain embedded software components on QNX RTOS / Embedded Linux * Must possess experience in managing and leading ...
... system-level design and driving execution across embedded and DSP domains. You will operate at the intersection of research and product engineering - bringing advanced audio algorithms and embedded ...
... system-level design and driving execution across embedded and DSP domains. You will operate at the intersection of research and product engineering - bringing advanced audio algorithms and embedded ...
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A fast-growing, embeddedcompany seeks an Embedded Software Engineer. This international company ... Partner with system and security engineering teams to seamlessly integrate advanced secure ...
Embedded Software Engineer
$143K - $188K/yr
A fast-growing, embeddedcompany seeks an Embedded Software Engineer. This international company ... Partner with system and security engineering teams to seamlessly integrate advanced secure ...
Senior Embedded Software Engineer
$130K - $170K/yr
In this role, you will lead the design, development, and integration of embedded systems within our ... This position is ideal for a senior engineer who enjoys technical leadership and mentorship and may ...
Senior Embedded Software Engineer
$130K - $170K/yr
In this role, you will lead the design, development, and integration of embedded systems within our ... This position is ideal for a senior engineer who enjoys technical leadership and mentorship and may ...
Senior Embedded Software Engineer
Bedford, MA · On-site
$150K - $200K/yr
In this role, you will lead the design, development, and integration of embedded systems within our ... This position is ideal for a senior engineer who enjoys technical leadership and mentorship and may ...
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Senior Embedded Software Engineer
Bedford, MA · On-site
$150K - $200K/yr
In this role, you will lead the design, development, and integration of embedded systems within our ... This position is ideal for a senior engineer who enjoys technical leadership and mentorship and may ...
Senior Embedded Software Engineer
Bedford, MA · On-site
$150K - $200K/yr
In this role, you will lead the design, development, and integration of embedded systems within our ... This position is ideal for a senior engineer who enjoys technical leadership and mentorship and may ...
Senior Embedded Software Engineer
Bedford, MA · On-site
$150K - $200K/yr
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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field - Graduate work in embedded systems, real time control, robotics , systems engineering or ...
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field - Graduate work in embedded systems, real time control, robotics , systems engineering or ...
Senior Electrical Engineer, Embedded and Controls Focused
Waltham, MA · On-site
$117K - $152K/yr
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Senior Electrical Engineer, Embedded and Controls Focused
Waltham, MA · On-site
$117K - $152K/yr
You will work closely with mechanical, software, and systems engineers to develop integrated ... Designing and developing embedded electronic hardware, including mixed-signal PCB design for ...
Senior Electrical Engineer, Embedded and Controls Focused
Waltham, MA · On-site
$117K - $152K/yr
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Senior Electrical Engineer, Embedded and Controls Focused
Waltham, MA · On-site
$117K - $152K/yr
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... embedded ... safety systems development. As a Software Development Engineer II, you'll bridge hardware and ...
Embedded SDE, Ring Device Software & Systems
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Embedded SDE, Ring Device Software & Systems
North Reading, MA · On-site
$136K - $180K/yr
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... embedded ... safety systems development. As a Software Development Engineer II, you'll bridge hardware and ...
... embedded ... safety systems development. As a Software Development Engineer II, you'll bridge hardware and ...
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| Aspect | Embedded Systems Programmer |
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| Required Credentials | Typically requires a degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related fields; certifications like Certified Embedded Systems Engineer are common. |
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| Work Environment | Works on developing software for embedded hardware devices, often in industries like automotive, consumer electronics, and industrial automation. |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Used by companies designing embedded products, with a focus on low-level programming and hardware interaction. |
| Common Search & Comparison Intent | People compare to Firmware Engineer due to overlapping skills in embedded development and hardware interfacing. |
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Full-time
Posted 9 days ago
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:
The Embedded Microsystems and Sensors Group at Draper is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to develop and manage requirements, architecture, interface documentation, and system specifications for systems in mission domains such as: embedded secure communications, advanced electronics miniaturization, edge processing and computing, trustworthy secure platforms, and autonomous air/sea vehicles.This role will involve working across a multi-disciplinary team (including external and internal stakeholders) innovating new microelectronics system solutions over the full system development lifecycle.
The group has multidisciplinary proficiencies in secure systems architecture, hardware security and resilience, software security and resilience, system validation and accreditation, sensor development and validation, and cryptography.
Job Description:
Independently drive solutions to complex, multidisciplinary problems with a deep understanding of a customer's strategic priorities.
Capable of helping customers shape their needs and develop requirements for programs that solve their most challenging technical problems.
Demonstrated ability to lead large multidisciplinary teams (greater than 10 people). Aligns team towards program goals and builds trust within the team.
Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Systems Engineering.
Contributes to advancing State of the Art (SOA) solutions and techniques in their field
Able to analyze Draper strategy and work with management to build capability in key areas to help sustain business growth.
Identifies risks common among multiple programs/technology areas/etc. and develops and executes mitigation strategies for them.
Works to improve operations at the enterprise level. Identifies areas for improvement within the organization and uses positive collaboration practices to achieve change.
Actively mentors and seeks opportunities to build depth for their area of expertise. Recognizes strengths and weaknesses in others and gives thoughtful, constructive feedback.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills/Abilities
Highly-organized, capable of approaching problems with a system-level perspective.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Practical experience with simulation-based performance analysis.
Practical experience with the systems engineering process.
Roles may require proficiency with modeling and simulation, computer language coding, descriptive modeling (e.g. SysML), STPA, and/or other engineering analysis tools
Knowledge of GN&C, avionics architectures, fault tolerance, cyber/security, comms/encryption, threat modeling or other technologies may be required as defined in the summary.
Education
Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or related field. Masters degree or higher preferred.
Experience
10-15+ years experience as systems engineer or related role.
Additional Job Description:
A successful candidate will be motivated to build deeper expertise in both the core mission domains and underlying microsystems technology. This position will provide exposure to a wide range of advanced technologies (including inertial sensors, imagers, precision electronics, and advanced algorithms) as well as provide growth opportunities in the development of capabilities to address challenges in national security. Additionally, a successful candidate will be able to seamlessly join project teams that collaborate by sharing thoughts and opinions of individuals from a diverse set of experience and viewpoints in order to create the best possible technical solution.
- Experience maintaining traceability between requirements and system architecture & design work products
- Technical depth in fields relevant to electronics development, embedded systems, embedded software, or packaging miniaturization such as:
- Possess a broad understanding of microprocessors, Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs), Application Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs), and real-time software & firmware needed to enable solutions.
- Have experience with serial digital data interfaces (e.g. SPI, RS422, Ethernet) used to interconnect distributed and modular avionics.
- Understand power electronics, A/D, D/A, clock and timing electronics that support and interface with the digital electronics.
- Be able to work with thermal analysis and reliability experts in developing solutions.
- Expertise in full life-cycle systems engineering (architecture, design, development, integration, approval, and deployment) of security technologies and components within cyber-physical systems and systems-of-systems
- Strong presentation skills and the ability to articulate complex technical ideas to both internal and external stakeholders
- Strong set of interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated experience of fostering a culture of inclusion in the workplace
- Experience in the development of System Security documentation per Government requirements
- Experience planning and leading Systems Engineering Technical Reviews
- Experience working with modern data bus / electrical interfaces for flight/space systems
- Experience in writing innovative R&D proposals to commercial and government sponsors
- An understanding of the fundamentals of cryptographic key management, public key infrastructure, and NSA's Key Management Infrastructure, and the applications of cryptology
- Be familiar with the unique aspects of space avionics: environmental testing (MIL-STD-810), radiation hardening, and EMI/EMC considerations (MIL-STD-461).
Applicants selected for this opportunity will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
Secret Clearance is preferred.
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