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:

Draper is conducting a nation-wide search for a highly innovative and experienced individual to lead our Electro-Magnetic Components Group. The successful candidate will lead an organization tasked with the development of novel Electro-Magnetic actuators and sensors and related precision mechanical subcomponents used in inertial instruments and other one-of-a-kind applications.

Responsibilities will include business area development, proposal generation and technical project management, in addition to basic group leader functions including hiring and staff development. Ideal candidate should have expertise in electro-magnetic component design and analysis tools, as well as device fabrication processes. Expertise in precision mechanical drawings and assemblies and integration of electro-magnetic actuators and sensors with electronics and mechanical subassemblies is also expected.

Candidate should also have experience in developing component error models and have the ability to translate system level performance requirements into sub-component design specifications.

Job Description:

Duties/Responsibilities
• Manage administrative details and career development for group members.
• Convey relevant information from management to group members.
• Lead, mentor, build depth in their area of expertise, and conduct performance evaluations of group members.
• Maintain awareness of staffing requirements, write job requisitions (responsibilities and qualifications) for hiring as required, review and disposition incoming resumes, conduct interviews.
• Serve as Lead Subject Matter Expert for area of specialty.
• Shape Draper’s technology offerings and open new business areas based on program and technical experience.
• Analyze Draper strategy and work with management to build capability in key areas that align Draper's capabilities with customers' strategic priorities.

Skills/Abilities
• Excellent communication and written skills.

• Excellent ability with presenting technical material to various levels of the engineering organization and customers.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong ability to supervise a team of 10-20.

Education
Requires a degree in Engineering or related discipline.

Experience
7+ years of experience in the engineering; design, development, and management of complex systems.

Additional Job Description:

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. 

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Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563

Our 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 www.draper.com/careers.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Draper is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We understand the value of diversity 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, gender identity, 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 hr@draper.com.