Division Chief Scientist - ASL - Open Rank

Georgia Tech Research Institute; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative research institute is seeking a Division Chief Scientist to lead complex research portfolios and drive technology advancements in military systems. This role offers the opportunity to shape strategic research initiatives while collaborating with diverse teams and engaging with industry stakeholders. The position requires a strong background in software-intensive systems, systems engineering, and advanced technologies like machine learning. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will significantly impact national defense and technology integration. This is a unique chance to work at the forefront of research and development in a supportive, mission-driven organization.

Qualifications

• 14+ years of experience in military systems development.
• Expertise in technology integration and product development.

Responsibilities

• Lead large research portfolios and develop new research areas.
• Manage IRAD program and promote strategic research initiatives.

Skills

Software Engineering

Systems Engineering

Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (EMSO)

Data Fusion

Machine Learning

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

PhD

Job description

Division Chief Scientist - ASL - Open Rank

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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.

Mission and Values

• 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 aims to be an example of inclusive innovation, a leading technological research university committed to serving the public good, addressing major challenges, making technology accessible, and developing principled leaders from diverse backgrounds.

Project/Unit Description

The Applied Systems Laboratory (ASL) Systems Integration Division (SID) supports systems integration, design, and product development for the Department of Defense, specializing in avionics, electronic warfare, autonomous systems, intelligence systems, tactical communication/datalink systems, and training solutions. The team includes Systems Engineering, Algorithm Engineering, Datalink Engineering, and Embedded Software Engineering roles.

Job Purpose

The Division Chief Scientist oversees the division’s internal research and development (IRAD) program, ensuring activities maintain and enhance the division’s competitive position by formulating strategies, aligning IRAD with other investments, fostering collaborations, and representing the division to stakeholders. This position requires a hybrid work arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead large, complex research portfolios.
• Develop new research areas based on technology and government trends.
• Lead white paper and proposal efforts; serve as the division’s main contact for collaborations.
• Manage the IRAD program and promote strategic research initiatives.
• Participate in industry events, conferences, and technical groups; encourage publication.

Additional Responsibilities

• Oversee division IRAD portfolio, including financial and technical aspects.
• Collaborate on strategic planning, sponsor engagement, and proposal development.
• Create technical plans to advance core technologies and incubate new capabilities.
• Coordinate with engineering to support technology integration into development cycles.
• Advance algorithms for sponsor systems capabilities.
• Plan to integrate modern technologies into product lines.
• Support the ASL Chief Scientist via participation in technical councils.
• Build relationships with subject matter experts across GTRI and Georgia Tech.
• Engage with sponsors to develop and capture research opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in developing complex, software-intensive military systems using system engineering processes.
• Experience with technology advancement and integration into product lines.
• Experience with Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (EMSO).

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance.
• Master’s or PhD in a scientific or engineering field.
• Experience with data fusion, resource management, or similar algorithms.
• Experience with machine learning algorithm integration into trusted systems.
• Experience with systems and software design, including architectures and requirements.

Travel Requirements

• 10% - 25% travel.

Education & Experience

• 14+ years with a Bachelor’s degree; 12+ with a Master’s; 9+ with a PhD in relevant fields.

Citizenship & Clearance

U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain and maintain security clearance.

Benefits

More info: https://benefits.hr.gatech.edu/

Equal Opportunity

Georgia Tech is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, committed to a fair environment free of discrimination on various bases, including race, gender, and others, in accordance with applicable laws.