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Senior Sensor Systems Engineer - Draper
Systems Engineer
Lead design, integration, and testing of inertial sensor systems, applying advanced signal processing, sensor fusion, and embedded software development to deliver high‑performance solutions for defense and aerospace applications.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Design and integrate inertial measurement units (IMUs) and related sensor hardware into complex platforms.
- Develop and implement embedded firmware in C/C++ and Python for real‑time data acquisition and processing.
- Apply sensor fusion algorithms, including Kalman filters, to improve navigation accuracy and robustness.
- Plan, execute, and analyze hardware test campaigns, generating detailed validation reports.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to translate system requirements into technical specifications and prototypes.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field with 7+ years of experience in sensor systems.
- Proficiency in C/C++, Python, and MATLAB for algorithm development and data analysis.
- Strong background in embedded systems design, real‑time firmware, and hardware debugging.
- Hands‑on experience with inertial sensors, sensor fusion, and Kalman filtering techniques.
- Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to work autonomously in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.