Draper · 1 day ago
Senior Space and Strategic Navigation Engineer
Cambridge, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$82K/yr - $220K/yr
5+ years expDraper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The Senior Space and Strategic Navigation Engineer develops software for cutting-edge space and defense systems used by the US Government and commercial customers, focusing on advanced navigation algorithms and software for complex environments.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
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
Tracks priorities, scope, schedule, and cost
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is required
5-10 years of Software Engineering or related experience is required
Strong programming skills in MATLAB, Simulink, Python, C/C++
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of Autonomy and GNC algorithms and technology
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
Significant knowledge in the design and analysis of control systems
Significant knowledge of design and implementation of trajectory design/optimization algorithms including optimal control techniques
Strong project execution and teamwork skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Ability to clearly communicate work assignments to team members
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
Draper
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.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jerry Wohletz
President and Chief Executive Officer
Brenan McCarragher
Chief Technology Officer
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