The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc. · Cambridge, MA

Principal Process Engineer (SMT Manufacturing) — Cambridge, MA

Full-timeCambridge, MA$62,500–$245,000/yearPosted 2026-07-13Apply on Workday
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Overview:

Job Description Summary:

Bring your SMT expertise, CAD skills, and statistical background to Draper, where you can shape the future of electronics manufacturing.

In this role you will influence SMT and mixed-technology assembly from concept to production. Develop reflow profiles, engineer SMT stencils and tooling, program and optimize automation equipment, and collaborate with engineering and production teams to deliver flawless hardware for mission critical programs.

What We're Looking For

  • 10 years in electronics manufacturing with deep SMT expertise.
  • Advanced reflow, tooling design, and factory automation programming experience.
  • Proven success driving program improvements in high reliability environments.

Job Description

Duties/Responsibilities

  • Mastery of SolidWorks or CREO for precision tooling and fixture design.
  • Data driven problem solving with JMP or Minitab.
  • Deep familiarity with J-STD-001 and high reliability manufacturing standards.
  • Experience selecting and qualifying advanced materials and processes.
  • A track record of evaluating and integrating cutting edge manufacturing equipment.
  • Use Computer Aided Design (CAD) programs to create product concepts.
  • Gather materials or resources needed to design the product.
  • Test the product for usability and safety.
  • Oversee the manufacturing and production process to set standards.
  • Help define the approach to solve a particular problem and independently execute assignments.
  • Contribute high quality content for technical reports and presentations with minimal guidance.
  • Proactively identify needs and concerns associated with design and manufacturing decisions and communicate them to project leadership.

Skills/Abilities

  • Curiosity-driven approach to solving complex, 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.

Education

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

Experience

10+ 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.

Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563

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