Entry Level Mixed-Signal Electronic Design Engineer

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. Job Description Summary A Mixed‑Signal Electronic Design Engineer designs, develops, tests, and oversees the manufacturing of electrical printed circuit boards (PCBs), analog and digital circuits, electronic equipment, sensors, motors, radar and navigation systems. The Tailored Systems Business Area within the Electronics Program Office directorate delivers first‑of‑a‑kind field‑ready microelectronics solutions in support of National Security missions. The Draper team is chartered with supporting the Nation’s most challenging problems by providing an iterative and agile approach to innovative and creative technical solutions delivered at the speed of mission and by driving leading‑edge technology development efforts to support future mission needs. This role will support a large multidisciplinary team as part of a long‑standing, fast‑paced contract with a history of immense success. You Will Support system architecture design and trade studies. Review and support proposal development and project execution. Understand detailed electrical analysis and design for mixed‑signal electronics. Schematic capture, simulation, and PCB layout/oversight, prototypes bring‑up and debugging, functional verification, and performance characterization. Duties / Responsibilities Translate project and system requirements into well‑defined hardware architectures working with cross‑functional teams. Design and/or complete instruments including microprocessors, power, and analog components. Innovatively solve issues, drive completion of the project to schedule, and collaboratively work with other technical contributors. Build and test prototypes, debug, and prepare documentation for manufacturing, and support. Research and enable innovative solutions for cutting‑edge designs. Engage other engineers and partners to develop reliable, cost effective solutions for products. Collaborate and communicate with management, internal, and development partners regarding design status, project progress, and issue resolution. Independently execute assignments under the oversight of program leadership. Eager to learn new technical skills and expand depth/technical knowledge. Contribute content for technical reports and presentations with appropriate guidance. Adapt appropriately to changes in program requirements. Identify challenges associated with assigned work and communicate them to project leadership. Perform other duties as assigned. Skills / Abilities Proficiency in electronic design, microprocessor or embedded computing. Understanding of design and general computer architecture. Ability to write detailed design specifications. Computer programming and coding abilities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent mathematical skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Ability to prioritize tasks. Thorough understanding of engineering theories and procedures. Education Bachelor’s degree in Electronic or Electrical Engineering or related field. Master’s degree preferred. Experience 0–2 years experience in Electronic or Electrical Engineering or related. Additional Job Description Technical capability with strong electrical engineering fundamentals Basic experience with microcontroller software (using C/C++ or assembly) and FPGA firmware (VHDL or Verilog). Ability to develop code for bring‑up tests or simple demos. Familiarity with signal and power integrity analysis tools (Hyperlinx, Ansys). Ability to understand and influence packaging design constraints and requirements for custom designs. Requires Onsite in Cambridge, MA Applicants selected for this position may be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Job Location Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139‑3563. Salary The US base salary range for this full‑time position is $62,500.00 – $125,000.00. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr SwiftCruit