Senior MEMS Design & Analysis Engineer
Draper Labs | |
United States, Massachusetts, Cambridge | |
555 Technology Square (Show on map) | |
Feb 28, 2026 | |
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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. Job Description Summary: The MEMS Design & Analysis Engineer will provide innovative solutions to complex problems by helping to develop novel microsystem devices that integrate precision sensors, actuators, optics, and/or novel materials. They will work across organizations to technically contribute to existing programs and help develop innovative concepts and competitive proposals.We're looking for someone with MEMS sensor design, analysis, fabrication and/or test background and be willing to venture into new and unexplored areas. Experience in application areas such as inertial guidance, magnetic sensing, microfluidic systems, biomedical devices, thermoelectric, microelectronics, radiation physics, and related topics is beneficial but not required. This role offers a path to deepen your technical influence: * Work effectively in a team environment and communicate progress through reports and presentations. * Develop detailed physics-based models of the devices which will then be validated with laboratory testing. * Experience with modeling multi-physics devices and systems using modern commercial simulation tools (COMSOL, Ansys, MATLAB/Simulink). * Develop creative solutions to complex systems problems by leveraging novel MEMS device development, nuclear physics, materials, optics and related technologies. * Experience in MEMS development troubleshooting, verification and validation. * Work with program leaders and customers to help define needs/requirements, write-proposals, and manage technical teams. You'll help define what's possible in next-generation MEMS enabled systems. Job Description: Duties/Responsibilities Additional Job Description: Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Connect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you don't find the right posting in our Career Opportunities, you may submit your resume for future consideration. Job Location - City: CambridgeJob Location - State: MassachusettsJob Location - Postal Code: 02139-3563The US base salary range for this full-time position is $75,000.00 - $275,000.00Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits. 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. | |
Feb 28, 2026