HITL Systems Test Design Intern

Georgia Tech Research Institute; Smyrna (GA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) seeks a Student Intern in the Test Engineering Division (TEN) for Spring 2027. The role involves contributing to Hardware-in-the-Loop test stations, simulating engagement environments, and automating test activities under experienced researchers.

The position emphasizes independent research, strong mathematical skills, and the ability to communicate complex engineering concepts to non-technical audiences. U.S.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, Mechanical, Computer, or Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• 2.0 GPA or higher required.
• Must be registered for Full-time Internship Credit.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical and mechanical subsystems for test stations.
• CAD modelling of systems and test stations.
• Fabrication and assembly of test station subsystems.
• Perform system engineering tasks: requirements design, test architecture, performance analysis.
• Capture and analyze data from RF analog/digital signals.
• System testing using oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers.
• Schematic capture and PCB layout for card designs.
• Design validation test equipment for new PCB designs.

Skills

Independent research

Task prioritization

Strong math skills

Communicate technical ideas

PCB design software

Circuit simulation software

Embedded systems fundamentals

Education

Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related field

Tools

PCB design software

Circuit simulation software

Job description

Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) seeks a Student Intern in the Test Engineering Division (TEN) for Spring 2027. The role involves contributing to Hardware-in-the-Loop test stations, simulating engagement environments, and automating test activities under experienced researchers.

The position emphasizes independent research, strong mathematical skills, and the ability to communicate complex engineering concepts to non-technical audiences. U.S.