Draper
Optics-Physics Sensor Engineering Co-ops and Interns at Draper support the research and development of precision inertial guidance and imaging instruments for existing customers. The role involves contributing to projects that include electro-optical design, optical and thermal model development, materials testing, and hardware assembly. Co-ops will work in a collaborative environment with multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists.
Headquarters
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
Company Size
1001-5000 employees
Draper is a nonprofit engineering innovation company that designs, develops, and deploys advanced technological solutions for national defense, space exploration, and biomedical applications. Its multidisciplinary capabilities span biotechnology systems, electronic systems, strategic systems, and space systems, delivering field-ready prototypes and integrated solutions. Draper emphasizes applied research and collaboration with government and industry partners.
Draper Appoints Brandi Vann as VP, Chief Strategy Officer
2 weeks ago
ispace-U.S. Establishes Standing Review Board to Enhance Success of Team Draper Commercial Mission 1 known as ispace Mission 3
Nov 7, 2025
Draper Announces That Foundation ONE LED Mount is Shipping
2 weeks ago
Draper Acquires Majority Stake in Guthrie Douglas
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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