Group Leader, Electro-Optics Integration

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:

Draper is conducting a nationwide search for a highly innovative and experienced individual to lead our Electro-Optics Integration Group.

The mission focus of the group is the integration of state-of-the-art optical fiber, photonic, and electro-optic components into higher-level solid-state sensors and systems. The group mission will also include the development of novel integration processes and high reliability, high performance assembly procedures.

The successful candidate will lead an organization tasked with the development of the integration approach, modelling/simulation and development of electro-optic subassemblies used in inertial sensors and other one-of-a-kind applications.

Experience with transition to production and support of deployed systems is also expected.

Responsibilities will include: Business area development, proposal generation and technical project management, in addition to basic group leader functions including hiring and staff development.

Ideal candidate should have expertise in electro-optic and photonic components and optical fiber technologies and fabrication methods. Expertise in precision mechanical drawings and assemblies and integration of sensors with electronics and mechanical subassemblies is also expected.

Job Description:

Duties/Responsibilities
• Manage administrative details and career development for group members.
• Convey relevant information from management to group members.
• Lead, mentor, build depth their area of expertise. and conduct performance evaluations of group members.
• Maintain awareness of staffing requirements, write job requisitions (responsibilities and required qualifications) for hiring as required, review and disposition incoming resumes, conduct interviews.
• Serve as Lead Subject Matter Expert for Area of specialty.
• Shape Draper’s technology offerings and open new business areas based on program and technical experience.
• Analyze Draper strategy and work with management to build capability in key areas that align Draper's capabilities with customer's strategic priorities.

Skills/Abilities
• Excellent communication and written skills.

• Excellent ability with presenting technical material to various levels of the engineering organization and customers.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications.
• Strong ability to supervise a team of 10-20.

Education
Requires a degree in Engineering or related discipline.

Experience
5-7 years of experience in the engineering; design, development, and management of complex systems.

Additional Job Description:

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance,  which requires proof of US citizenship.

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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

$82,300.00 - $220,000.00

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