Systems Engineer - GTRI - CIPHER - Open Rank
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.
About the Role
The CHART Program Coordinator will monitor, analyze, and report ship and shore modernization efforts, tracking changes to existing systems and the integration of new capabilities, coordinate with resource sponsors to collect needed data to accurately reflect modernization in the surface force through CHART database.
The Systems Engineer oversees and coordinates the work of technical teams on systems projects, ensuring the successful design, implementation, operation, and technical management of those projects. Taking a holistic approach to systems engineering, the Systems Engineer ensures that all aspects of a system project are considered and addressed. The Systems Engineer works closely with stakeholders to understand their needs and then develops and documents technical requirements that meet those needs. The Systems Engineer leads the design team in developing a system architecture that meets all of the requirements. After the system is designed, the Systems Engineer oversees the implementation of the system, working with the implementation team to ensure that it meets all of the requirements. Once the system is deployed, the Systems Engineer manages the technical aspects of the system, including monitoring performance, troubleshooting problems, and making improvements.
Responsibilities
- Create product or system definitions and conduct initial requirements analysis
- Contribute to technical reports and diagrams detailing product or system attributes
- Analyze product or system functionality as defined by requirements
- Interface with and begin to work with disparate engineering teams for technical tasking
- Perform regular quality checks to ensure the accuracy of the data within the database and its corresponding reports
- Implement and maintain appropriate data security measures to protect sensitive or classified information
- Ensure compliance with all applicable security regulations
- Address and resolve any data integrity issues promptly to ensure the database performs consistently and securely
Requirements
- CHART database experience
- Python experience
- U.S. Citizenship (required due to research contracts with the U.S. federal government)
- Ability to obtain and maintain an active security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
- Active Secret Clearance
- Naval surface program trend experience
Education and Experience
This position is an open-rank announcement. The final job offer will be dependent on candidate qualifications in alignment with Research Faculty Extension Professional ranks. Minimum requirements include 0 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related STEM Degree. Refer to GTRI’s Research Faculty Technical Level Guidelines for minimum requirements at higher levels.
Travel
Less than 10% travel required.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits including Health & Welfare, Retirement Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Time Off, and Professional Development. More details can be found at GTRI Benefits.