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$63k – $250k per year
Location
Hybrid (Cambridge, United States)
Seniority
Middle · 3+ years exp
Employment
Full-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 28, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 28, 2026. Draper scores B on the Alion truth index.

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Draper is an American non-profit research and development laboratory founded in 1932 at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and made independent in 1973. It designs guidance, navigation and control systems, and its predecessor built the Apollo guidance computer that landed astronauts on the Moon, work that shaped the whole field of inertial navigation. Headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, it works for defence, intelligence, space and biomedical customers, and its non-profit status lets it act as a trusted independent adviser on programmes where a contractor with products to sell would face a conflict.

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:

The Software Engineer 2 develops high performance solutions for resource constrained targets. Develops next-generation resilient and fault tolerant software solutions in the application domains of undersea, terrestrial, air, hypersonics and space. The Engineer is involved in the full software development life cycle.

Job Description:

Job Description

Duties/Responsibilities

  • Evaluates requirements, proposes solutions, explores design trades to support a design with some guidance.
  • 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.
  • Evaluates results to establish problem causes and develop solutions for inefficient or problems.
  • Prepares technical data, procedures, reports, drawings, manuals, and other required documentation.
  • Communicates with customers and stakeholders to establish requirements and describe the design and deliverables.
  • Contributes to the system design based on demonstrated expertise and applicable experience.
  • Contributes content for technical reports and presentations with minimal guidance.
  • Proactively identify needs and concerns associated with design decisions and communicate them to project leadership.
  • Adapt appropriately to changes in program requirement.
  • Identifies challenges associated with assigned work and communicate them to project leadership.
  • Performs other duties as assigned. Skills/Abilities
  • Excellent development and troubleshooting skills on embedded targets.
  • Excellent knowledge of OS coding techniques٫ IP protocols٫ interfaces and hardware subsystems.
  • Expertise in software development for real-time systems.
  • Mastery of high level development languages (e.g. C/C++, Rust).
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Knowledge of software configuration management tools٫ defect tracking tools٫ and peer review processes.
  • Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
  • Experience with UML/SysML.
  • Experience with in-circuit emulators, JTAG debuggers and laboratory test equipment. Education Requires a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering. Experience Requires 3-5 years experience in Software Engineering or related.

Additional Job Description:

Applicant selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Secret clearance is preferred.

Classified work will be performed exclusively onsite.

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

$62,500.00 - $250,000.00

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. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.

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 [email protected].

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