Electronics Packaging Mechanical Design Engineer

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:

The 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!

We are seeking mechanical/manufacturing engineers who excel in fast-paced, dynamic work environments to deliver advanced technical solutions for USG customers. Engineers in this role will focus on production of new microelectronics products from prototypes through low-rate initial production. Candidates are required to have an in-scope TOP-SECRET clearance and will be expected to work in a classified environment with the current team in our Cambridge facility five days a week.

Job Description:

Duties/Responsibilities
• Performs mechanical design concept exploration, trade study analysis, down-selection, prototyping, and testing with minimal guidance from group leader.
• Help define the design approach for a particular problem and independently execute assignments.
• Contribute high quality content for technical reports and presentations with minimal guidance.
• Proactively identify needs and concerns associated with design decisions and communicate them to project leadership.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills/Abilities
• Curiosity-driven approach to solving complex, customer-driven problems as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively and openly with multi-disciplinary program team members, program leadership, and non-technical personnel.
• Team player able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to balance multiple competing tasks and demands.
• Thorough understanding of applied math and physics.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with general modeling and simulation tools such as MATLAB, computer-aided design (CAD) software, and/or other design & analysis tools relevant to your discipline.

Education
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant field. Master's degree is preferred.

Experience
Requires 3-5 years with a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or full cycle of mechanical design experience. 0-3 years experience with a master's degree.

Additional Job Description:

• Perform mechanical design and development associated with the physical arrangement of electronic circuits including assembly design, analysis, build, test, and documentation support

• Develop die-level packaging solutions including proposing solutions for placement and control of sensing components requiring precise alignment to be maintained through shock, vibration, and thermal disturbances

 •Execute the design, tolerance analysis, evaluation, or failure analysis of assigned projects using mechanical design principles.

Preferred Qualifications include:

• Familiarity with materials, fabrication, and assembly techniques associated with printed circuit assemblies including surface mount technology, high density substrates, rigid-flex designs, and integrated circuit assembly

• Familiarity designing/directing the physical layout of electrical circuits including SMD, interconnect definition, and integrated circuit assembly techniques 

• Familiarity with machine shop tools and processes, prototyping, and vendor coordination

• Familiarity with die level assembly processes and associated automated assembly equipment.

Security Requirement:

Applicants selected for this position will be requ