Navigation Analyst

Job Description: This position is within the esteemed GN&C Analysis software and algorithms group, a core Draper capability and competency. This position provides end to end system lifecycle support with analysis informing concept development, system design, and validation. This position seeks candidates with familiarity of inertial sensors, navigation, estimation, and system accuracy analysis using methods such as linear covariance analysis and Monte-Carlo simulations.

Duties/Responsibilities: Evaluates requirements, proposes solutions, explores design trades to support a design. Designs algorithms using modern theory and proven techniques. Develops embedded software based on prototype algorithms. Analyzes designs to demonstrate performance and functionality. Develops and executes software tests to check compliance with requirements. Evaluates results to establish problem causes and develop solutions for inefficient or problems. Prepares technical data, procedures, reports, drawings, manuals, and other required documentation. Communicates with customers and stakeholders to establish requirements and describe the design and deliverables. Contributes content for technical reports and presentations with appropriate guidance. Participates in tag-ups and informal meetings with group leads and colleagues. Derives task-level or component-level requirements from system requirements. Independently contributes high quality content for technical reports and presentations which shows an understanding of their task and an awareness of the intended audience. Tracks priorities, scope, schedule, and cost.

Skills/Abilities: Proficient in MATLAB, Simulink, Python, C/C++ or other related tools. Proficient in basic software development standards. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Foundational knowledge of autonomy, guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) technology. Knowledge of real-time software development tools. Knowledge of project execution, designing, developing, and validating real-time algorithms and software. Strong background in control systems theory. Written and verbal communication is clear and concise. Clearly communicates work assignments to team members. Tracks priorities, scope, schedule, and cost.

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is required. Masters or PhD in a related field is preferred. Experience 3-5 years of Software Engineering or related experience is required.

Additional Job Description: Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Secret clearance is desired.

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 $62,500.00 - $275,000.00.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. 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.