MEMS and Nanotechnology ClearinghousePrincipal Engineer - MEMS Inertial InstrumentsDraper Laboratory (Cambridge, MA USA)For more information: http://www.draper.com OverviewHeadquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Draper Laboratory is a research and development laboratory, employing more than 750 engineers, scientists, and technicians on a broad array of programs for government and commercial sponsors among its 1,025 employees. The Laboratory’s unparalleled expertise in the areas of guidance, navigation, and control systems remains its greatest resource. Draper is among the leaders in fault-tolerant computing, reliable software development, modeling and simulation, and MEMS technology. It applies its expertise to a broad range of domains, including autonomous air, land, sea, and space systems; information integration; distributed sensors and networks; precision-guided munitions; air traffic flow management; military logistics; and biomedical engineering and chemical/biological defense. RequirementsEducation & Experience Required: M.S./PhD degree in Physics, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and 12+ years direct and demonstrated experience in a MEMS inertial instrument research, design and microfabrication environment preferably within a leading military or automotive industry OEM. The successful candidate must be a self-starter with excellent oral and written communication skills, be capable of achieving organizational and program objectives, and be able to interface with all levels of internal management as well as program sponsors and sub-contractors. Additionally, all candidates should have demonstrated an ability to lead a development team of 3-10 engineers and technicians, write proposals and relate research efforts to current scientific literature. ResponsibilitiesDescription & Responsibilities: Draper currently has major MEMS efforts in inertial sensing, RF devices for communications, nanotechnology, and microfluidics. We are seeking a senior level staff member with direct experience in the specification, design, microfabrication and performance characterization of MEMS inertial sensing devices to lead a major MEMS inertial instrument development effort. We offer an atmosphere which fosters innovation within a team environment, and provides an emphasis on professional development. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. ApplicationTo apply send a resume to nbeaumont@draper.com |