Draper
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Electronic Hardware Design Engineer

Pay
$75,000 – $156,000 per year
Location
Cambridge, MA · On-site
Job type
Full-time
Level
Mid-level
Experience
3+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree
Listed
30 days ago

Skills & highlights for this role

  • US government security clearance
  • PCB design
  • analog and digital circuits
  • circuit simulation

Also useful

  • radar systems
  • navigation systems

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.

Summary

An Electronics/Electrical 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 engineer develops the architecture, designs circuits, performs simulations, performs physical layout, verifies and tests designs. Performs a variety of engineering activities throughout the life-cycle to support: planning, design, test, deployment, and sustainment.

About the role

Duties/Responsibilities Translates project and system requirements into well-defined hardware architectures working with cross-functional teams. Innovatively solves issues, drives completion of the project to schedule, and collaboratively works with other technical contributors. Builds, debugs, and tests prototypes and deliverable hardware. Prepares documentation for manufacturing, and provides continuous support.

Researches and enables innovative solutions for cutting-edge designs. Engages other engineers and partners to develop reliable, cost effective end solutions for products. Collaborates and communicates with management, internal, and development partners regarding design status, project progress, and issue resolution. Independently executes assignments with minimal oversight. Able to apply technical knowledge to solve problems.

Contributes high quality content for technical reports and presentations with minimal guidance. Proactively identifies needs and concerns associated with design decisions and communicates them to project leadership. Skills/Abilities Proficiency in electronic design. Ability to write detailed design specifications. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Excellent time management skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to prioritize tasks. Thorough understanding of engineering theories and procedures. Education Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field. Master's degree preferred. Experience 3-5 years experience in electrical engineering or related field. Additional

About the role

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a US governement security clearance. 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: Cambridge Job Location
  • State: Massachusetts Job Location
  • Postal Code: 02139-3563 The US base salary range for this full-time position is $75,000.00 - $156,000.00 Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits. Our 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.
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From Draper's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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