Avionics Engineer - ASL - Open Rank

Georgia Tech Research Institute; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Avionics Engineer to define and design military avionic systems. This role involves developing integrated system-level designs, integrating avionics systems within aircraft, and analyzing laboratory and flight test data. The ideal candidate will provide technical leadership throughout the development lifecycle, utilizing Model-Based System Engineering and Agile methodologies. Join a team that supports autonomous uncrewed aircraft programs and contributes to critical projects for the Department of Defense. If you have a passion for innovation and a desire to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Linux and embedded systems is essential.
• Experience with system engineering processes for software-intensive systems.
• Knowledge of avionic data buses and military radios is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and allocate requirements into system-of-systems performance criteria.
• Integrate and test system components in laboratory or aircraft environments.
• Analyze flight and laboratory data to ensure requirements are met.

Skills

Linux

Embedded Systems

System Engineering

Troubleshooting

Python

R

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's in Computer Engineering

Bachelor's in Aerospace Engineering

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Master's in Electrical Engineering

Master's in Computer Engineering

Master's in Aerospace Engineering

Master's in Computer Science

Tools

Model-Based System Engineering (SysML)

DoDAF

Job description

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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.

Project/Unit Description

The Applied Systems Laboratory (ASL) Autonomy Technology Transition Division (ATTD) conducts research supporting sponsors across the Department of Defense and focuses on autonomous uncrewed aircraft programs. Expertise includes autonomous systems, systems engineering, avionics engineering, embedded software development, test and evaluation, and hardware- and software-in-the-loop development and test environments and laboratories.

Job Purpose

The Avionics Engineer defines and designs military avionic systems and systems-of-systems. Responsibilities include developing integrated system-level designs, hardware and software subsystems, integrating avionics systems within aircraft, and analyzing laboratory and flight test data for functionality and performance. The role also involves providing technical leadership throughout the development lifecycle, utilizing tools such as Model Based System Engineering and Agile methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Decompose, develop, and allocate requirements into system-of-systems performance design criteria.
• Develop technical solutions ensuring compliance with military, safety, and security standards.
• Integrate and test system components in laboratory or aircraft environments, analyze test data, and identify deficiencies.
• Develop technical reports, test plans, memos, and diagrams.
• Participate in sponsor engagement contacts.

Additional Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate new capabilities and subsystems into military systems.
• Serve as a technical expert on assigned projects and systems.
• Analyze flight and laboratory data to ensure system requirements are met.
• Develop scripts and tools for data analysis.
• Design and manage laboratory configurations and lead cross-discipline project teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Linux and embedded systems.
• Experience developing complex, software-intensive systems using system engineering processes.
• Experience designing/developing integrated hardware and software systems.
• Experience troubleshooting systems and supporting autonomous robotic system capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary project teams.
• Proficiency with Python or R for data analysis.
• Knowledge of avionic data buses, tactical data links, military radios, and open systems architectures.
• Experience with Model-Based System Engineering (SysML) and DoDAF.
• Experience in agile and digital engineering environments, supporting field tests, and designing secure systems.

Travel Requirements

• 10% - 25% travel.

Education and Experience

• 2 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer, Aerospace Engineering, or Computer Science.
• 0 years of related experience with a Master's degree in the same fields.

Citizenship and Clearance

U.S. Citizens only. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.

Benefits and Equal Opportunity

Details on benefits are available at https://benefits.hr.gatech.edu/. Georgia Tech is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, and other protected categories.