Hardware Test Engineer

Radiation EngineerMatch InsightsKnow your job match score, get recommended jobs and connect with recruiters looking for talent like you! Log in or create your free ClearanceJobs profileJob RequirementsOdon, IN Top Secret Polygraph Unspecified Career Level not specified $95,000 - $245,000Job DescriptionOverview: 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 Job Description Summary: The Radiation Engineer assesses and mitigates the impact of radiation on the performance of a system. This assessment could be in the form of analysis of environments, transport of those environments through system enclosures, modeling the interaction or radiation with components and sensors, or testing of components and sensors. Typical systems and components include inertial navigation systems, inertial sensors (accelerometers and gyroscopes), MEMS devices, ASICs, fiber optics, and other electronic components. The ideal candidate would have deep experience with all aspects of radiation testing including planning, hardware and software development, coordinating test logistics, executing tests, and reporting on results. The role will require working with one or more teams in helping programs evaluate, refine, and validate components and hardware designs intended to operate in extremely challenging environments. Travel to support testing and other efforts will be required for this position. Less than 25% in a given year is expected. Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance. The Odon, Indiana facility is located in the View email address on click.appcast.io Technology Park adjacent to Crane NSWC. This technology hub focuses on the development and production of critical microelectronics components. The office is a short commute from Bloomington, IN, a vibrant community with excellent schools, parks, restaurants, and outdoor activities.Job Description: Duties/ResponsibilitiesSupport engineering decisions based on radiation effects on overall system performance.Design harden and verify the performance of systems across multiple radiation effects, including dose rate, total ionizing dose (TID), neutron displacement damage (NDD), and single event effects (SEE).Support interdisciplinary teams to ensure that radiation hardening is maintained across the product lifecycle.Independently drive solutions to complex problems - develop requirements, propose ways forward when customer requirements are unclear or incomplete, and adapt appropriately to changes in requirementsSustained record of successful task leadership. Identifies risks and develops and executes mitigation strategies for them.Demonstrated ability to lead medium-sized teams (5-10 people). Reliably aligns team towards program goals and builds trust within the team.Subject Matter Expert (SME) able to perform advanced radiation effects analysesAble to provide insight and suggest design modifications based on analysis outcomes, and to apply analysis techniques across a range of technical challenges and disciplinesIdentify program/system-level technical risks and develop and execute mitigation strategies for themDevelop, document, and teach best practices to less experienced engineersDemonstrate strong organization, planning, and time management skills to achieve program goalsActively mentors. Recognizes strengths and weaknesses in others and provides thoughtful constructive feedback.Performs other related duties as neededSkills/AbilitiesExcellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively and openly with multi-disciplinary program team members. program leadership, and non-technical personnel.Excellent analytical skills to support modeling and analysis tasks.Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, especially with regard to planning critical test and analysis activities.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to balance multiple competing tasks and demands.Solid understanding of radiation interactions with materials and devices.Education Requires a Bachelor's in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or other relevant field. A Master's degree, or PhD is preferred.Experience 7-10 years Radiation Engineering or related experience.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.Connect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you don't find the right posting in our Career Opportunities, you may submit your resume for future consideration.Job Location - City: OdonJob Location - State: IndianaJob Location - Postal Code: 47562The US base salary range for this full-time position is $95,000.00 - $245,000.00Our 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.