Hardware Physics Engr PMTS

Cambridge, MA, USFull-time$95k2026-10-07 → 2026-11-10

Core

Principal Hardware Physics Engineer designing, developing, modifying, and testing multi-physics systems (nuclear, MEMS, optics, electronics) for aerospace applications addressing national needs.

Role type

Principal Hardware Physics Engineer (IC)

Builds

Novel multi-physics systems integrating nuclear engineering, MEMS sensors, optics, electronics, and actuators into aerospace systems

Domain

Aerospace, Defense, Nuclear Engineering, Optics

Required skills

Computational analysis, Finite element analysis, Advanced design methods, Root cause analysis, Technical risk mitigation, Analytical modeling

Preferred skills

Quantum sensor development, Nuclear physics, Fluid modeling, High-power optics, Proposal writing

Technologies

Comsol, Ansys, Matlab/Simulink, Solidworks, TCAD, MCNP, CEPXS, Geant

Responsibilities

Develop and apply advanced design methods and theories; Analyze and recommend design approaches for prototypes; Perform analytical modeling and finite element analysis of electro-mechanical systems; Identify program/system-level technical risks and execute mitigation strategies; Mentor less experienced engineers; Contribute high-quality content for technical reports and presentations.

Seniority

Principal, hands-on IC with mentorship

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.