Principal GN&C Analysis Engineer
Principal GN&C Analysis Engineer
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Job Description
Overview:
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:
This position is for a Principal Engineer with at least 10 years of engineering experience in analysis simulation and modeling of GN&C systems for military and/or commercial aerospace applications. This opening seeks an innovative thinker who can take technical ideas and concepts turn them into simulations that form the requirements and design of high performing GN&C systems and then develop tests to measure their performance in realized systems. In this position you will work closely with and lead teams of engineers that develop design and evaluate dynamic systems that make use of innovative navigation sensors and guidance systems for various vehicles and applications.Job Description:
Duties/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.
Skills/Abilities
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.
Education
Bachelors Degree in Aerospace Engineering Electrical Engineering or a related field is required.
Masters or PhD in a related field is preferred.
Experience
10-15 years of relevant Engineering experience is required.
Additional Job Description:
Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Secret Clearance is preferred.
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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 .
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
