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.

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Duties/Responsibilities

• With limited or no supervision, carefully documents their own work consistent with work unit policy in handwritten form or using common computer-based software.

• Performs scientific experiments and/or tests with complex laboratory equipment independently or in collaboration with senior technical personnel.

• Applies analytic and test experience in the execution of acceptance procedures independently or in collaboration with senior technical personnel.

• Programs computer controlled automated and semi-automated equipment.

• At the discretion of the supervisor, performs focused training to grow and enhance skills for betterment of the department or the Laboratory as a whole.

• As needed, mentor, train or supervise more junior technicians.

• Other temporary assignments at the discretion of the supervisor.

Skills/Abilities

• Proficiency with Microsoft Applications; MS Windows, Word, Excel etc.

• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.

• Possess highly specialized skills for production for assigned work area.

• Possess a high degree of attention to detail.

Education

• Requires a minimum Associates Degree in engineering or science program, A Bachelor's Degree is strongly preferred.

In Lieu required college degree, a minimum of two years of technical schooling may be satisfied through one of the following.

• High school diploma or its equivalents, plus two years of technical schooling related to engineering or science.

• Completion of Military Technical School

Experience

• When education requirement is met, requires a minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience.

• When education requirements are not met, requires a minimum of 15 years' of relevant experience.

Additional Job Description:

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

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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 .

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?subject=Request%20for%20Accommodation" target="_blank">hr@draper.com.