Navigation & Tracking Engineer

Cambridge, MAFull-time$75k2026-06-04 → 2026-11-10

Based in United States

Core

Develops, integrates, and deploys advanced Navigation and Tracking algorithms and software for space and defense systems operating in complex environments.

Role type

Software Engineer (Navigation & Tracking)

Builds

Embedded software and algorithms for underwater, ground, air, and space systems

Domain

Defense, Space Exploration, Autonomous Systems

Deliverable

production ML models | product features

Required skills

MATLAB, Simulink, Python, C/C++, Control Systems Theory, Real-time software development, GNC technology

Preferred skills

Masters or PhD in related field, Secret security clearance

Technologies

MATLAB, Simulink, Python, C/C++

About draper

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.