Senior Systems Engineer

Senior Systems EngineerThe Secure Solutions Group within the System's Engineering Directorate is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to support concept and architecture, and requirement development of trustworthy secure platforms that resist cyber, reverse engineering, and supply chain threats across Draper's mission areas.Duties/Responsibilities:Independently execute system engineering lifecycle assignments.Adapt appropriately to changes in program priorities and requirements.Adheres to existing best practices and Quality Management System processes.Continues to expand their depth/knowledge in their technical discipline through formal and informal learning.Work within multi-disciplinary teams and independently execute assignments.Drive solutions to complex problems with limited direction.Lead small teams (few than five people) and align team towards program goals.Provides insight and suggests design modifications based on analysis outcomes, and to apply analysis techniques across a range of technical challenges.Identify program/system-level technical risks and develop and execute mitigation strategies.Actively mentor less experienced engineers and provide thoughtful, constructive feedback.Skills/Abilities:Highly-organized, capable of approaching problems with a system-level perspective.Strong oral and written communication skills.Practical experience with simulation-based performance analysis.Practical experience with the systems engineering process.Roles may require proficiency with modeling and simulation, computer language coding, descriptive modeling (e.g. SysML), STPA, and/or other engineering analysis tools.Knowledge of GN&C, avionics architectures, fault tolerance, cyber/security, comms/encryption, threat modeling or other technologies may be required as defined in the summary.Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or related field. Masters degree or higher preferred.Experience: 5-10 years experience as systems engineer or related role.Additional Job Description:Independently derive system-level requirements based on mission requirements and defines plan and approach to solve complex problems.Subject Matter Expert (SME) able to develop and implement security approaches through a program lifecycle.Generate technical reports and presentations with appropriate guidance for delivery to external audiences.Familiar with writing proposals to commercial and Government SponsorsApplicants selected for this position may be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.Current in-scope Secret security clearance required, Top Secret preferredJob Location - City: CambridgeJob Location - State: MassachusettsJob Location - Postal Code: 02139-3563The US base salary range for this full-time position is $82,300.00 - $220,000.00Our 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.Draper 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 View email address on click.appcast.io.