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Draper · 11 hours ago

Principal Guidance & Control Engineer

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The Principal Guidance and Control Engineer develops software for cutting-edge space and defense systems used by the US Government and commercial customers as well as internal R&D projects.

Defense & Space
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Growth Opportunities
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Responsibilities

Evaluates requirements, proposes solutions, explores design trades to support a design
Designs algorithms using modern theory and proven techniques
Develops embedded software based on prototype algorithms
Analyzes designs to demonstrate performance and functionality
Develops and executes software tests to check compliance with requirements
Evaluates results to establish problem causes and develop solutions for inefficient or problems
Prepares technical data, procedures, reports, drawings, manuals, and other required documentation
Communicates with customers and stakeholders to establish requirements and describe the design and deliverables
Guidance & Control Subject Matter Expert, deep understanding of domain and customer mission areas
Leads with humility and respect, and diverse perspectives to foster an inclusive environment
Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

MATLABSimulinkPythonC/C++Real-time software developmentTrajectory optimizationTechnical judgmentLeadership skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is required
10-15 years of relevant Engineering experience is required
Strong MATLAB, Simulink, Python, C/C++ skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of real-time software development tools
Knowledge of project execution, designing, developing, and validating real-time algorithms and software
Familiarity with trajectory optimization, optimal control, and similar techniques
Strong leadership and team management skills
Ability to motivate and develop a team of professionals
Excellent technical judgment, strong written and oral communication skills, and a practical, common-sense approach to getting things done
Knowledge of modern software development lifecycles, standards, processes, and tools
Clearly communicates work assignments to team members
Tracks priorities, scope, schedule, and cost
Guidance & Control Subject Matter Expert, deep understanding of domain and customer mission areas
Leads with humility and respect, and diverse perspectives to foster an inclusive environment

Preferred

Masters or PhD in a related field is preferred
Secret clearance is preferred

Benefits

Workplace flexibility
Employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga
Health and finance workshops
Off site social events
Discounts to local museums and cultural activities

Company

We Engineer Solutions for the Nation’s Toughest Problems As an independent nonprofit engineering innovation company, Draper provides engineering services directly to government, industry, and academia.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Jerry Wohletz
President and Chief Executive Officer
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Brenan McCarragher
Chief Technology Officer
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