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. Job Description Summary: The Project Technician performs highly skilled work under limited supervision of senior technical personnel. This includes cleaning, maintenance, and/or calibration of critical facilities and equipment requiring highly specialized knowledge. The role involves extremely complex manual tasks requiring high degrees of manual dexterity and attention to detail, as well as the operation of complex automated or semi-automated equipment requiring highly evolved production skills. Duties/Responsibilities: With limited or no supervision, carefully document work consistent with work unit policy in handwritten form or using common computer-based software. Perform scientific experiments and/or tests with complex laboratory equipment independently or in collaboration with senior technical personnel. Apply analytic and test experience in the execution of acceptance procedures independently or in collaboration with senior technical personnel. Program computer-controlled automated and semi-automated equipment. At the discretion of the supervisor, perform focused training to grow and enhance skills for the betterment of the department or the Laboratory as a whole. As needed, mentor, train, or supervise more junior technicians. Other temporary assignments at the discretion of the supervisor. Skills/Abilities: Proficiency with Microsoft Applications; MS Windows, Word, Excel, etc. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Possess highly specialized skills for production in the assigned work area. Possess a high degree of attention to detail. Experience: Requires graduation from a two-year technical school. There is no years of applicable experience in lieu of the education requirement. Education: Requires at least 10 years of applicable experience. Additional Job Description: Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Job Location: City: Cambridge State: Massachusetts Postal Code: 02139-3563 Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off-site social events, and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now at www.draper.com/careers . Equal Employment Opportunity: Draper is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We understand the value of diversity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hrdraper.com. J-18808-Ljbffr