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Analog Electronics Design Engineer II
Analog Electronics Design Engineer IIDraper • Cambridge, MA, US
Analog Electronics Design Engineer II

Analog Electronics Design Engineer II

Draper • Cambridge, MA, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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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.

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

As a Hardware Analog Electronics Design Engineer, this person designs, specifies, develops, and tests analog electronics for a wide array of applications, including analog front ends, signal conditioning, analog-to-digital conversion, precision feedback systems, dc / dc conversion. They also perform a variety of engineering work in the initial planning and design phase of specifications and requirements of the systems. The Hardware Analog Electronics Design Engineer designs these circuits, performs simulations, implements the physical layout, verifies and tests designs. They also perform a variety of engineering activities throughout the life cycle to support planning, design, test, deployment, and sustainment.

This role requires the candidate to have an active US secret clearance.

Duties / Responsibilities

Job Description :

  • Design, develop, and build power system architectures.
  • Conduct research, design, development, and testing of hardware such as miniature power conversion and management circuitry, distributed power architectures, radiation hardened designs.
  • Optimize system designs for reduced size, weight, and power.
  • Design new products and develop technical specifications for their production.
  • Analyze hardware configuration and processing solutions and test hardware conformance to specifications.
  • Develop and maintain effective internal / external relationships.
  • Independently executes assignments under the oversight of program leadership.
  • Eager to learn new technical skills and expand their depth / technical knowledge.
  • Contributes content for technical reports and presentations with appropriate guidance.
  • Adapt appropriately to changes in program requirements.
  • Identify challenges associated with assigned work and communicate them to project leadership.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills / Abilities

  • Knowledge in at least one of the following areas : Isolated and non-Isolated dc / dc power conversion; rectification; inversion; battery management systems; motor controller design; system-level power distribution design; system / board level grounding / shielding and EMC design techniques.
  • Designing and troubleshooting power electronics.
  • Proficient with schematic capture and printed circuit board layout.
  • Ability to perform circuit simulation using Spice or other simulation tools.
  • System modeling and analysis experience using MATLAB, Simulink, or other comparable tools.
  • Understanding of applied math and physics.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to write detailed documentation.

    • Education

    Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field required, Master's Degree preferred.

    Experience

    3-5 years of experience in Power Systems Engineering or related.

    Additional Job Description

    Collaborate and communicate with management, internal, and development partners regarding design status, project progress, and issue resolution. As well as :

  • Able to apply technical knowledge to solve problems.
  • Contribute high quality content for technical reports and presentations with minimal guidance.
  • Adapt appropriately to changes in program requirements.
  • Proactively identify needs and concerns associated with design decisions and communicate them to project leadership.

    • Knowledge In At Least One Of The Following Areas

  • Low-noise electronics, analog-digital conversion, methods of synchronous detection, analog and digital signal processing, phase-locked loops, high speed and precision amplifiers, discrete transistor level design, dc / dc power conversion, battery management systems.
  • Designing and troubleshooting analog electronics

    • This role requires the ability to be onsite in Cambridge, MA.

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

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    Job Location - City :

    Cambridge

    Job Location - State :

    Massachusetts

    Job Location - Postal Code :

    02139-3563

    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 hr@draper.com.

    Seniority level

    Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level

    Employment type

    Employment type

    Full-time

    Job function

    Job function

    Engineering and Information Technology

    Industries

    Defense and Space Manufacturing

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