System Integration and Test Operating Engineer

Draper•Cape Canaveral, FL

1d•$75,000 - $156,000•Onsite

About The Position

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. System Integration and Test (I&T) Engineer 2 supports testing of the Global Positioning System (GPS) at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS). The GPS testing and analysis program is utilized for the development and validation of present and future GPS Satellites and Ground systems. The GPS Test Site Operator will be responsible for operating and maintaining a US Space Force owned modernized test receiver and supporting associated contractual requirements at Draper’s Site 29 on CCSFS.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Applied Physics, or related field.
Requires 3-5 years in Systems Engineering or relevant role.
Curiosity-driven approach to solving complex, industry and 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.
Be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to balance multiple competing tasks and demands.
The ability to independently recognize, analyze and diagnose system performance and any anomalies. This role involves reporting issues to management and the Cambridge-based technical team, developing and documenting solutions, and proposing corrections or improvements to the systems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines.
Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Secret security clearance is Required.
The ability to be COMSEC and Crypto briefed, and conduct operations according to associated policies, procedures, and guidance.

Responsibilities

Help define an I&T approach for a particular component / subsystem / system and independently execute plan.
Contribute high quality content for technical reports and presentations with minimal guidance.
Adapt appropriately to changes in program requirements.
Proactively identify needs and concerns associated with plan execution and communicate them to project leadership.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Receive training to become proficient in operating and maintaining the modernized receivers; ability to perform any essential test scenarios vital to validate test requirements.
Ensure the modernized receiver systems are ready for all required test events.
Perform system configuration management to include software, hardware and firmware.
Support for testing that utilizes operational GPS Satellites and GPS Simulators.
Ability to collaborate with other Draper sites (primarily Cambridge, MA), Draper subcontractors, Government and Government contractor organizations on the planning, execution, and reporting of GPS requirement validation test activities.
Perform post processing and analysis of collected test event data.
Generate deliverable documents and presentation of analyzed data for test events to Government, Government contractors, and Draper Engineers.
Responsible for System Administration of both Linux and Windows computers systems in support of MRTA, to include handling computer system licenses and maintenance agreements.
Coordinate with Security Office(s) to handle visit authorizations and security for visitors.
Act as a point of contact for site computer systems, internet services, and telecommunications.
Adhere to established policies and procedures for security material, to include utilization and transfers (incoming and outgoing).
Collaborate with management and support teams to ensure continuous site operations.
Support customer program reviews as needed by providing slide material, occasional meeting participation, and presentation of site operations, maintenance, and status.
Prepare the site to ensure the protection of associated assets in the event of adverse weather events such as hurricanes in accordance with CCSFS directed preparation and evacuation notices and procedures.