Draper

Senior Guidance & Control Engineer

Draper

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: CambridgeAlabamaMassachusettsUnited States

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Salary

💰 $82,300 - $220,000 per year

Job Level

Tech Stack

About the role

  • Evaluates requirements, proposes solutions, explores design trades to support a design
  • Designs algorithms using modern theory and proven techniques
  • Develops embedded software based on prototype algorithms
  • Analyzes designs to demonstrate performance and functionality
  • Develops and executes software tests to check compliance with requirements
  • Communicates with customers and stakeholders to establish requirements and describe the design and deliverables
  • Tracks priorities, scope, schedule, and cost
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is required
  • Masters or PhD in a related field is preferred
  • 5-10 years of Software Engineering or related experience is required
  • Strong programming skills in MATLAB, Simulink, Python, C/C++
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Knowledge of Autonomy and GNC algorithms and technology
  • Knowledge of real-time software development tools
  • Strong project execution and teamwork skills
  • Significant knowledge in the design and analysis of control systems
  • Familiarity with trajectory optimization, optimal control, and similar techniques
Benefits
  • workplace flexibility
  • employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga
  • health and finance workshops
  • off site social events
  • discounts to local museums and cultural activities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
MATLABSimulinkPythonC/C++embedded software developmentalgorithm designsoftware testingreal-time software developmentcontrol systems designtrajectory optimization
Soft Skills
analytical skillsproblem-solving skillsproject executionteamworkcommunication skills
Certifications
Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace EngineeringBachelor's Degree in Electrical EngineeringMaster's Degree in a related fieldPhD in a related field