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Must have2
Applies technical knowledge to domains related to their area of expertise, and seeks out new technical skills to support program needs
Analyzes requirements and develops appropriate precision instruments with minimal guidance
Eligibility1
Obtain and maintain a government security clearance
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:
As a Optical Instrument Engineer in the Electro-Mechanical Instruments Group, you will play an important role in the development of Electro-Mechanical inertial instruments for cutting-edge guidance applications.
You will work closely with a team of engineers and physicists to build next-generation gyroscope, accelerometer and guidance-aiding sensor prototypes, characterize their performance, develop production roll-out and ultimately deliver production hardened sensors meeting some of the world’s most stringent requirements.
Job Description:
Duties/Responsibilities
• Applies technical knowledge to domains related to their area of expertise, and seeks out new technical skills to support program needs.
• Analyzes requirements and develops appropriate precision instruments with minimal guidance.
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
The US base salary range for this full-time position is
$62,500.00 - $250,000.00
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Benefits
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