Entry-Level Applied Physicist: Photonics & RF Systems

Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI); Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) seeks an entry-level Applied Physicist to contribute to multiple projects in the Photonics and Microelectronics Division. You will design experiments, model data, and build hardware for RF and photonic subsystems used in aerospace and national security platforms.

The role requires a BS in a relevant field, MATLAB or Python skills, and hands-on lab experience. Some travel and the possibility of obtaining a DoD security clearance are involved.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (applied physics, electrical engineering, physics, microelectronics, optical sciences).
• Programming skills in MATLAB or Python; able to analyze data and run experiments.
• Experience with basic electrical, RF, and optical tests using lab instruments.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic tests, experiments, calculations, and/or simulations to determine physical parameters and data.
• Conduct literature surveys on research topics.
• Generate documentation of experiments and results.
• Build and characterize RF subsystems and optical components.

Skills

MATLAB

Python

Lab techniques

Data analysis

RF testing

Optical testing

Education

B.S. in Applied Physics / EE / Physics

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Python/Pandas

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Job description

Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) seeks an entry-level Applied Physicist to contribute to multiple projects in the Photonics and Microelectronics Division. You will design experiments, model data, and build hardware for RF and photonic subsystems used in aerospace and national security platforms.

The role requires a BS in a relevant field, MATLAB or Python skills, and hands-on lab experience. Some travel and the possibility of obtaining a DoD security clearance are involved.