Life with Draper

One Team

12 Locations in the US

2,100 Total Employees

Draper solves demanding customer problems with innovative technology. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists, program managers and administrative professionals drive the innovative solutions we deliver. Whether working at a Draper facility or remotely, Draper staff collaborate to overcome the mission- or life-critical challenges our customers face. Technical staff who envision new technologies can propose internally funded research and development projects—and lead approved projects. Draper work is meaningful and challenging.

TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT

You can propose ideas for internal research and development project funding.

INCLUSION, DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND ACCESSIBILITY

At Draper, we value an inclusive and collaborative workplace culture.

FACILITIES

To help you excel, Draper maintains state-of-the-art facilities at our locations across the U.S.

BENEFITS

Our wide range of benefits supports your work-life balance.

EMPLOYEE FEATURES

Sarah Villard

Associate Director of Project Management

“Working at Draper is an exciting, challenging, and rewarding experience each day. I feel fortunate to be surrounded by incredibly intellectual and driven teams who come together from all parts of the organization to help accomplish Draper’s mission.”

Sarah Villard

Associate Director of Project Management

Nolan Bowlus

Special Missions Unit PM and Ft. Bragg Portfolio Manager

“The opportunity to work at Draper is exciting. After 30 years in the military, I found an organization that had the same culture and mindset to put the mission first. Industry knows the capability and accomplishments of Draper, but the name is unknown to the warfighter, and that is my personal mission here.”

Nolan Bowlus

Special Missions Unit PM and Ft. Bragg Portfolio Manager

Camila Francolin

Division Leader: Autonomy, GN&C

“Working at Draper has given me the opportunity to work on a variety of exciting technical challenges - from Autonomous Underwater Vehicles to Robotic Manipulators. In my current role I lead a division of outstanding engineers who develop software for autonomy and GNC systems operating in air, sea, land, and space. I love working at Draper because I get to work with a diverse group of people who are also passionate about solving hard technical challenges in the national interest.”

Camila Francolin

Division Leader: Autonomy, GN&C

Brandon Stiltner

Senior GN&C Engineer

"At Draper, you’re immersed in a culture of brilliant engineers working together solving some of the most challenging – and most fun – problems that the aerospace industry faces today."

Brandon Stiltner

Senior GN&C Engineer

Francesca Minervini

Senior Mechanical Engineer

"Draper has allowed me to broaden my technical skills as a mechanical engineer and strengthen my leadership and management skill set. The exposure to a variety of high priority programs and innovative projects is exciting and motivating. Working closely with subject matter experts and program managers is a great opportunity and a unique part of every day team work at Draper. I am continuously learning something new, which is an important aspect in my career as an engineer."

Francesca Minervini

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Giselle Ventura

Mechanical Engineer

"I enjoy working at Draper because of the variety of projects I can work on, ranging from lifesaving medical device prototypes to space ready hardware. I’m able to be in an environment where I am constantly learning."

Giselle Ventura

Mechanical Engineer

Draper Scholars Program

Outstanding opportunities for exceptional students

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Student Opportunities

Hands-on experience in world-class research and development

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