Draper

Sensor Signal Processing Engineer

Cambridge, MA · Full-time

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About the role

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.

we develop novel acoustic MEMS sensors, accelerometers, and noise control systems.
Closed-loop transducer systems: we develop novel acoustic MEMS sensors, accelerometers, and noise control systems. Closed-loop controls are critical to our success.
Develops and applies advanced design methods, theories, and research techniques.
Analyzes, develops, and recommends design approaches to meet prototype or production requirements.
Apply quantitative analysis in determining root cause of highly technical problems and propose, develop and implement solutions for corrective action.

familiarity with JFETs, discrete pre- and power amplifiers, ADCs/DACs, and modulated sensor readout circuitry.
Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain an US government security clearance.
Requires a bachelor's or master's degree in physics, applied physics, electrical engineering, optics, or similar.

Core competencies include advanced sensor architecture, analog and digital signal processing, and feedback control of dynamic systems.
The team applies these talents across Draper's broad S&T portfolio, which spans Biotechnology, Electronic, Strategic, and Space Systems.
Ideally, your experience and interests align with two or more of the following:
Responsible for planning and conducting hardware projects or phases of projects.
May provide technical consultation and work leadership to other team members.
Development of quantum, optical, and/or photonic sensors and instruments.
Provide recommendations for performance improvements and cost reduction efforts.
Proficiency in programming language.

an interest in the shaping and capture of opportunities that solve urgent customer needs.
Our group is dynamic, engaging, and fun to work with.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.
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.
Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

We are seeking Sensor Signal Processing Engineers to concept, develop, and deliver prototype sensing solutions for existing and new customer opportunities.
Please apply if you'd like to be part of the transformation.

equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain an US government security clearance

This listing is sourced directly from Draper's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.