Principal Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfX) Engineer

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 draper.com.

Job Description Summary

Join Draper’s multidisciplinary engineering team as a Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFX) Engineer, where your expertise in device packaging techniques for conventional over-molded electronic parts, multi-chip modules, open / closed MEMs devices and sealed ceramic packages will directly contribute to the success of mission-critical systems in aerospace, defense, and beyond.

In this role, you’ll work closely with layout and design engineers, supply chain, and internal manufacturing teams to apply DFM/DFA best practices early in the product development cycle, ensuring a smooth transition from design to production. You’ll review packaging layouts and designs for manufacturability, lead design reviews, and deliver actionable feedback that drives product integrity and performance.

As a Principal Engineer, you’ll engage with internal service centers and external contract manufacturers to resolve assembly, and workmanship challenges. You’ll also collaborate with Mission Assurance to support quality investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.

We’re looking for an engineer with hands-on experience in microelectronics packaging for high-reliability or aerospace applications, someone who understands the nuances of material selection, MIL-STD-883, MIL-PRF-38534 and MIL-PRF-38535. Familiarity with AS9100 environments and a passion for cross-functional problem-solving are key to success in this role.

Job Description

Duties/Responsibilities

Skills/Abilities

Education Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant field.

Experience 10-15 years experience in Product Engineering or related.

Additional Job Description

APPLICANTS SELECTED FOR THIS POSITION WILL BE REQUIRED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE.

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Job Location - City

Cambridge

Job Location - State

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code

02139-3563

The US base salary range for this full-time position is

$95,000.00 - $245,000.00

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