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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.\nJob Description Summary:\nA 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.In addition, the Mixed-Signal Electronic Design Engineer develops the architecture, designs circuit's, 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.\nThe Tailored Systems Business Area within 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 1) providing an iterative and agile approach to innovative and creative technical solutions delivered at the speed of mission and 2) driving leading edge technology development efforts to support future mission needs. This role will support a large multi-disciplinary team as part of a long-standing, fast-paced contract with history of immense success. Apply to be part of this incredibly talented and dedicated Draper team!\nYou will:\nSupport system architecture design and trade studies\nWill review and support proposal development and project execution\nUnderstand detailed electrical analysis and design for mixed-signal electronics\nSchematic capture, simulation, and PCB layout/oversight, prototypes bring up and debugging, functional verification and performance characterization\nJob Description:\nDuties/Responsibilities\nTranslates project and system requirements into well-defined hardware architectures working with cross-functional teams.\n\nInnovatively solves issues, drives completion of the project to schedule, and collaboratively works with other technical contributors.\n\nBuilds, debugs, and tests prototypes and deliverable hardware.\n\nPrepares documentation for manufacturing, and provides continuous support.\n\nResearches and enables innovative solutions for cutting-edge designs.\n\nEngages other engineers and partners to develop reliable, cost effective end solutions for products.\n\nCollaborates and communicates with management, internal, and development partners regarding design status, project progress, and issue resolution.\n\nIndependently executes assignments with minimal oversight.\n\nAble to apply technical knowledge to solve problems.\n\nContributes high quality content for technical reports and presentations with minimal guidance.\n\nProactively identifies needs and concerns associated with design decisions and communicates them to project leadership.\n\nSkills/Abilities\nProficiency in electronic design.\n\nAbility to write detailed design specifications.\n\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills.\n\nExcellent organizational skills and attention to detail.\n\nExcellent time management skills.\n\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.\n\nAbility to prioritize tasks.\n\nThorough understanding of engineering theories and procedures.\n\nEducation\nBachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field. Master's degree preferred.\nExperience\n3-5 years experience in electrical engineering or related field.\nAdditional Job Description:\nTechnical capability with strong electrical engineering fundamentals\n\nExperience leading teams of engineers as well as a background in developing new products/business\n\nExperience in all of the following areas of electronic design: miniature low power embedded systems, sensor integration, wireless communication interfaces, battery conditioning and maintenance.\n\nBasic 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.\n\nFamiliarity with signal and power integrity analysis tools (Hyperlinx, Ansys).\n\nExperience with miniature electronic packaging and design using bare die or chip-scale packages. Ability to understand and influence packaging design constraints and requirements for custom designs.\n\nApplicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.\nConnect 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.\nJob Location - City:\nCambridgeJob Location - State:\nMassachusettsJob Location - Postal Code:\n02139-3563The US base salary range for this full-time position is\n$75,000.00 - $156,000.00Our 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.\nOur 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.\nDraper 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. 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