Electrical Engineer - EOSL-Open Rank (Entry-Junior Level)

Overview The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is the nonprofit, applied research division of the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech). Founded in 1934 as the Engineering Experiment Station, GTRI has grown to more than 2,900 employees, supporting eight laboratories in over 20 locations around the country and performing more than $940 million of problem-solving research annually for government and industry. GTRI's renowned researchers combine science, engineering, economics, policy, and technical expertise to solve complex problems for the U.S. federal government, state, and industry. Georgia Tech's Mission and Values Georgia Tech's Mission Is To Develop Leaders Who Advance Technology And Improve The Human Condition. The Institute Has Nine Key Values That Are Foundational To Everything We Do Students are our top priority. We strive for excellence. We thrive on diversity. We celebrate collaboration. We champion innovation. We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression. We nurture the wellbeing of our community. We act ethically. We are responsible stewards. Over the next decade, Georgia Tech will become an example of inclusive innovation, a leading technological research university of unmatched scale, relentlessly committed to serving the public good; breaking new ground in addressing the biggest local, national, and global challenges and opportunities of our time; making technology broadly accessible; and developing exceptional, principled leaders from all backgrounds ready to produce novel ideas and create solutions with real human impact. Project/Unit Description The Photonics and Microelectronics Division (PMD) in the Electro-Optical Systems Laboratory (EOSL) of GTRI is searching for an early-career Electrical Engineer willing and able to work on multiple projects within the Division, as the need arises, including conducting laboratory experiments, modeling experimental data, and building hardware. PMD currently performs advanced research and development that involves development and packaging of photonic / RF / fiber optic subsystems, photonic integrated circuits, RF/millimeter-wave devices, advanced materials and components, and spacecraft hardware. Components and sub-systems are used in a variety of systems and applications, primarily for aerospace and national security platforms. The successful candidate will support work across the Division, as described in the Additional Responsibilities section. The PMD team is skilled in fiber optics and comms; building optical & RF subsystems with both discrete components & ICs; design, simulation, fabrication, packaging and measurement of RF and photonic ICs and subsystems; synthesis and deposition of advanced materials and semiconductors; materials physics and chemistry; and weathering of materials in low earth orbit. PMD is a leader in the Georgia Tech Microelectronics community as well as the Space Technology community. GTRI offers a dynamic, collaborative environment, where research faculty generate new ideas for projects to serve the needs of the warfighter and national security, with opportunities to perform on projects outside the division to broaden their knowledge & experience. Job Purpose The Electrical Engineer designs, develops, and tests electronic circuits fabricated to support a wide range of programs. Additionally, the Electrical Engineer utilizes electrical circuit design and analysis tools to layout and model circuit performance. The Electrical Engineer also guides assembly, test, and integration of electronic circuits as well as tests, analyzes, and diagnoses malfunctions in existing hardware. Furthermore, the Electrical Engineer researches component and material specifications and assembly and manufacturing methods for electronic circuits. Key Responsibilities Develop electronic circuits and assemblies under the supervision of senior engineering staff to meet task requirementsTest and troubleshoot circuits for operational readinessGenerate documentation of hardware design and theory of operation Additional Responsibilities Conduct benchtop experiments in the optics laboratory using free-space & fiber optics, lasers, modulators, amplifiers, common integrated circuits, etc.Build and characterize RF subsystems with discrete components, common ICs, apertures, etc.Integrate GTRI custom sensors and subsystems into UAS, pods, aircraft, etc.Integrate off-the-shelf devices such as radars, communications systems, lidars, lasers, sensors into functional systems and onto platforms.Design custom electronic circuits and circuit boards for project needsAssemble and test hardware for cubesats, including vacuum and cryogenic systems Required Minimum Qualifications Candidates currently enrolled in an accredited degree program relevant to this position will be considered. The candidate must have a graduation date of no later than May 2027B.S. degree in electrical engineering, applied physics, or microelectronicsProgramming skills in MATLAB or Python.Skills in automation, interfacing computers with instruments and sensors for control / data collection, etc.Laboratory and computer skills as demonstrated in independent undergrad projects, graduate thesis research, laboratory internships, etc. Enjoyment of careful, hands-on lab work.Experience performing basic electrical, RF, and optical tests using equipment such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes, power meters, signal generators & analyzers.Familiarity with semiconductor devices, theory of operation, and applicationsFamiliarity with principles of operation and understanding of specifications for common electronic and optical devices such as radar, lidar, radio & fiber optic comms links, lasers, etc.Ability to design custom electronic circuits and circuit boards to meet project needs, with advice and supervisionStrong sense of curiosity in both the technical and non-technical aspects of working in applied research. Broad interests and flexibility to contribute to different types of projects and assignments.Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance Preferred Qualifications Active Secret ClearanceAbility to design custom electronic circuits and circuit boards to meet project needs, working independentlyDemonstrated design skills in optical and RF systems, and digital or analog electronics, from course work and project experience.Experience and expertise in direct detection and coherent optical communicationsExpertise and experience with acoustic sensing using fiber opticsDetailed knowledge and experience with one or more common electronic and optical devices such as radar, lidar, radio & fiber optic comms links, lasers, CCDs, imagers, focal plane arrays, etc.Strong knowledge of radio frequency engineering, circuit concepts, microfabrication techniques, or device physicsExperience building subsystems with analog RF ICs, digital ICs, and/or photonic ICs.Working knowledge of microcontrollers & FPGAs and their integration into subsystemsCharacterization and test of bare die in a probe station, load pull measurementsBasic mechanical engineering or materials science courses to supplement more applied physics & electrical engineering backgroundsAbility to clearly communicate technical ideas to a non-technical audience Travel Requirements <10% travel Education and Length of Experience This position vacancy is an open-rank announcement. The final job offer will be dependent on candidate qualifications in alignment with Research Faculty Extension Professional ranks as outlined in section 3.2.1 of the Georgia Tech Faculty Handbook 0 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or Microelectronics Please refer to our Research Faculty Technical Level Guidelines for minimum requirements at the higher levels. U.S. Citizenship Requirements Due to our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be U.S. Citizens. Clearance Type Required Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance. Benefits at GTRI Comprehensive information on currently offered GTRI benefits, including Health & Welfare, Retirement Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Time Off, and Professional Development, can be found through this link: https://benefits.hr.gatech.edu/. 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