Analog ASIC Group Leader

The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory • Cambridge, MA

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About The Position

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with more than 2,000 employees. Its multidisciplinary teams develop solutions to challenges spanning military defense, space exploration, and biomedical engineering.

Group Leaders are the first layer of Line Management in Draper’s Engineering organization. They care for and develop direct reports to ensure the organization has the workforce needed to meet customer needs now and in the future. This includes administrative responsibilities, workforce development, and developing or advancing the group’s charter and capabilities. The Analog ASIC Group Leader also serves as the Lead Subject Matter Expert for the area of specialty, helps shape Draper’s technology offerings, and identifies opportunities to open new business areas. Applicants selected for the position must obtain and maintain a US government security clearance.

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in engineering, including the design, development, and management of complex systems.
• Excellent communication and written skills.
• Ability to present technical material to varying levels of the engineering organization and to customers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong ability to supervise a team of 10–20.
• Applicants selected for the position must obtain and maintain a US government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage administrative details and career development for group members.
• Convey relevant information from management to group members.
• Lead and mentor group members, build depth in their area of expertise, and conduct performance evaluations.
• Maintain awareness of staffing requirements; prepare job requisitions, review and disposition resumes, and conduct interviews as needed.
• Serve as Lead Subject Matter Expert for the 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 capabilities that align with customers’ strategic priorities.
• Maintain cognizance of group member activity and address issues.

Benefits

• Programs supporting work-life balance, including workplace flexibility.
• Employee clubs, including photography and yoga.
• Health and finance workshops.
• Off-site social events.
• Discounts to local museums and cultural activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager