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Draper is an independent nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge MA. The 2000 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 .
Job Description Summary:
The Senior Tech (ELEC/MECH) are responsible for completing various assembly processes according to a detailed set of process instructions. Assisting engineers in applying engineering technology to develop and test product assemblies or components. Devises fabricates and assembles new or modified mechanical components or assemblies with supervision. Sets up and tests complete prototype units and subassemblies under operational conditions. Strict adherence to process instructions and documentation requirements is closely with a team of engineers and skilled operators.Job Description:
Duties/Responsibilities
Performs skilled assembly work; build assemble modify and/or repair prototypes.
Provides support to engineers on technical projects and/or product; collect maintain organize compile and manipulate technical data per guidelines.
Prepares engineering documentation reports and drawings (sketches/flow charts/diagrams/schematics etc.).
Performs mathematical calculations per engineering specifications.
Recommend alternative solutions to problems and obstacles.
May set up and conduct tests and record data to assist with engineering analysis.
With adequate training may operate clean maintain and/or calibrate assembly equipment requiring highly skilled and specialized knowledge.
Documents work consistent with work unit policy in handwritten form or using common computer-based software
May mentor or train more junior technicians.
May perform other duties as assigned specific to a particular engineering area.
Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of clean room practices and protocols.
Knowledge of small scale production environment.
Proficiency with MS Windows MS Word MS Excel Outlook.
Education
As of July 2014 requires successful completion of at least four college credit technical courses.
Including one course in both math and physics and two engineering elective in the area of engineering they currently work in i.e. Chemical Electrical or Elec/Mech.
Experience
At least five years of applicable experience is required.
Additional Job Description:
Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance which requires proof of US citizenship.
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Job Location - City:
CambridgeJob Location - State:
MassachusettsJob Location - Postal Code:
02139-3563Our work is very important to us but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga health and finance workshops off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you apply now is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation national origin veteran status or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment its services programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation please contact .
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Senior IC
Full-Time