Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA)

A Bright IDEA for a Better Workforce

At Draper, our mission is to foster an environment that celebrates inclusivity and diversity, valuing the identity of every individual. We are incorporating inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA) principles into our company's framework to make a lasting difference. Our dedication lies in establishing a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute meaningfully to our mission.

Collaboration is incredibly important to the Draper community and we continue to seek out partners that will allow us to be inclusive and uphold our core values. Partners include fellowships, start-ups, veteran organizations, professional societies and collegiate level groups. If you are interested in partnering with us, please email partnerships@draper.com.

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement

Draper Data Highlights

DFY23

We published additional key data highlights to offer an annual transparent overview of our workforce demographics and strides accomplished in the previous year.

2023 Race/Ethnicity

DFY 2023

Segment Percentage
White 76%
Asian 11%
Hispanic/Latino 7%
Black/African American 4%
Two or More/Other 2%

2022 Race/Ethnicity

DFY 2022

Segment Percentage
White 78%
Asian 10%
Hispanic/Latino 6%
Black/African American 4%
Two or More/Other 2%

2023 Female

DFY 2023

Segment Percentage
Female 24%
Non-female 76%

2022 Female

DFY 2022

Segment Percentage
Female 23%
Non-female 77%

2023 Representation of Other Employee Groups

DFY 2023

Segment Percentage
Persons with Disabilities 8%
Veteran 6%
All other 86%

2022 Representation of Other Employee Groups

DFY 2022

Segment Percentage
Persons with Disabilities 8%
Veteran 6%
All other 86%

2023 Diversity in Management Roles

DFY 2023

Segment Percentage
Female 31%
Non-female 69%

2022 Diversity in Management Roles

DFY 2022

Segment Percentage
Female 31%
Non-female 69%

2023 Diversity in Management Roles

DFY 2023

Segment Percentage
URT 20%
Non-URT 80%

2022 Diversity in Management Roles

DFY 2022

Segment Percentage
URT 17%
Non-URT 83%

2023 Diversity in Roles VP and above

DFY 2023

Segment Percentage
Female 66%
Non-female 34%

2022 Diversity in Roles VP and above

DFY 2022

Segment Percentage
Female 50%
Non-female 50%

2023 Diversity in Roles VP and above

DFY 2023

Segment Percentage
URT 20%
Non-URT 80%

2022 Diversity in Roles VP and above

DFY 2022

Segment Percentage
URT 1%
Non-URT 1%

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Our Employee Resource Groups represent an integral aspect of our culture and brand. These groups have played an important role in shaping our company through their diverse range of events, efforts, and community-building initiatives. Supported by dedicated funding, our nine ERGs drive internal and external impact, serving as catalysts for more inclusive policies, new offerings, and better connectivity across our campuses and beyond.

ERG List

Ability+

Ability+ is dedicated to fostering a supportive environment for employees with disabilities and individuals connected with someone with a disability. Ability+ focuses on promoting education, raising awareness, and advocating for the rights of people with disabilities.

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Alan Belyea
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Kevin Lagzdins
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Victoria Valedor

Asian Pacific Americans@Draper (APA)

The mission of APA is to cultivate a platform for sharing diverse perspectives and creating a sense of belonging. APA also aims to establish an inclusive network that celebrates the cultural backgrounds of APA.

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Binu Oommen
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Archit Thopay
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Angie Tse
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Matthew Groll

Black Inclusion Network (BIND)

BIND is committed to creating a culture of diversity and inclusivity through learning while aiming to elevate the representation of employees from the African Diaspora who share common backgrounds, interests, and aspirations. It serves as a platform for mutual celebration, education about individual differences and appreciation.

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Hermann Sipowa
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Dinanga Mulumba

Caregivers

Caregivers offer a platform for employees to access resources, engage in discussions, and collaborate with management to balance caregiving responsibilities. Additionally, it serves as a space to foster connections with other employees and provide them with relevant information.

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Joseph Aghia
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Arron Lucas

Early Career

The Early Career group creates opportunities for members to establish connections, gain insights into navigating our environment, build networks, and advance professionally.

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Sid Prasad
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Toyin Yusuf
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Jordan Dixon

Latinx

The Latinx ERG aims to cultivate an inclusive community by providing a supportive environment for Latinx employers. This group facilitates networking and mentoring opportunities, informs members about community engagement opportunities, and fosters constructive dialogue.

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Carlos Segura
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Sebastian Sanchez

LGBTQIA+

LGBTQIA+ serves as a peer support group committed to fostering a welcoming and secure environment. Through its M.E.A.N.S framework—Mentoring, Education, Advocacy, Networking, and Socializing, members provide mentorship, guidance, and networking opportunities for employees.

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Rob Gaibler
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Bryce Glacken
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Brennan McPherson

Veterans

The Veterans group is dedicated to supporting, nurturing, and promoting the unique experiences of military veterans within the company. They aim to identify and honor employees who are veterans, enhance the bonds and comradeship of those who have served, and offer mentorship and support to veterans transitioning from military to the company.

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Andrew Wirth
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Chris Woyak

Women@Draper

Women@Draper aims to unite, empower and establish a supportive community that inspires women and gender minorities to realize their full potential in careers, personal lives, and leadership roles. The group actively engages the community to promote professional growth and retention.

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Mereen Mammen
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Audrey Walsh

The Driving Force Behind IDEA

Meet The IDEA Leadership

Aisha Losche

Aisha Losche

Chief Diversity Officer

"Draper’s culture of innovation and learning is ideal for diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility to thrive. We are taking a holistic approach to addressing IDEA through our work, people and policies. This work is ever-changing; therefore, Draper will always be seeking and implementing supportive resources for all our talent. We believe our talent deliver their best work in an inclusive environment that enables them to be seen, heard and valued, which is a state Draper constantly strives for."

Anna Porter

Anna Porter

IDEA Partner

"True innovation comes from the diverse perspectives and unique experiences that each of our team members bring to Draper. We view IDEA as the foundation of that innovation and growth, and our commitment to this work is not just about policies, it's about creating a culture where everyone has the opportunity to excel, contribute and be empowered to drive meaningful change."
Jeffrey Borgard

Jeffrey Borgard

IT Project Manager

"Draper does innovative work that can derive only from a diverse workforce where everyone is welcomed and valued. We foster a workplace of diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility and authenticity. We strive to continuously improve the work experience by promoting unity around shared goals and values. Diversity and inclusion is something that every employee has a stake in. I am excited to be part of Draper’s IDEA journey."

Josh Leung

Josh Leung

Senior Systems Engineer

"Everyone can have great ideas. As a leader in design and innovation, Draper needs all hands on deck to tackle our nation's biggest challenges. I am excited to help Draper drive IDEA initiatives so that everyone feels empowered to work toward and achieve our shared goals and mission."

Laura Seaman

Laura Seaman

Principal Machine Intelligence Scientist and Group Leader

"Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility powers our work by allowing everyone to bring forward their innovative ideas to solves the nation’s biggest problems. We are working continuously to improve IDEA and I’m excited to help move this work forward."

Meredith Pitchon

Meredith Pitchon

Mission Systems Program Manager

At Draper, we tackle the nation's toughest challenges, and we need all hands on deck. Inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility means that we attract the best talent and enable everyone to bring their full selves to work. The resulting innovation is the key to our success. I'm privileged to directly support the IDEA work at Draper, and I'm energized by our recent progress and our plans for the next year.

Life as an ERG Member

Discover what a day in the life as an ERG member really looks like.

Draper team members joined the company’s military and veterans ERG in a flag changing ceremony.
Draper team members joined the company’s military and veterans ERG in a flag changing ceremony.
Celebration event for National Coming Out Day!
Celebration event for National Coming Out Day!
LATINX ERG hosted a lunch for employees for Hispanic Heritage Month.
LATINX ERG hosted a lunch for employees for Hispanic Heritage Month.
Our APA ERG at the October 2023 ERG Career Fair.
Our APA ERG at the October 2023 ERG Career Fair.
Our LGBTQIA+ co-leads at the LGBTQIA+ flag-raising ceremony.
Our LGBTQIA+ co-leads at the LGBTQIA+ flag-raising ceremony.
Staff at the LGBTQIA+ flag-raising ceremony.
Staff at the LGBTQIA+ flag-raising ceremony.
Yoga class with the Women@Draper group.
Yoga class with the Women@Draper group.
Early Career Members at a group outing at Level 99 in Natick, MA.
Early Career Members at a group outing at Level 99 in Natick, MA.
Members of our Veterans ERG group along with our CEO, Jeremy Wohletz at a monthly Vets coffee hour.
Members of our Veterans ERG group along with our CEO, Jeremy Wohletz at a monthly Vets coffee hour.
BIND hosted a speaker event with Dr. Reggie Brothers.
BIND hosted a speaker event with Dr. Reggie Brothers.
Early Career ERG members at a Community Servings volunteer event.
Early Career ERG members at a Community Servings volunteer event.
2024 Pride picnic hosted by the LGBTQIA+ ERG
2024 Pride picnic hosted by the LGBTQIA+ ERG
Veteran ERG members at the Folds of Honor charity golf tournament in Concord, Mass.
Veteran ERG members at the Folds of Honor charity golf tournament in Concord, Mass.
Bring your kid to work day in our St. Petersburg campus
Bring your kid to work day in our St. Petersburg campus
Celebration for International Women's Day
Celebration for International Women's Day
Flag raising ceremony with the BIND ERG for BHM
Flag raising ceremony with the BIND ERG for BHM

Launch Your Career at Draper

Explore our list of current job openings to start a journey filled with engaging opportunities. From space exploration to biomedical devices, we can provide a meaningful career path for you to make a global impact.

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How We're Inspiring New Leaders

Small Businesses

DraperSPARX is our startup and small business partnership platform designed to accelerate the adoption of emergent technology to help solve problems for national security.

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Scholars

The Draper Scholars Program empowers students to advance their fields through their graduate thesis research while contributing to solutions for national security challenges.

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Students

Our cooperative education and internship program allows undergraduates and graduates to gain hands-on experience in world-class research and development facilities.

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Service Members

Full-time internship opportunities across multiple departments are available to active service members to help them transition from military to civilian lifestyles.

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