Systems Engineer - HW & RF Test Systems

Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI); Smyrna (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Welfare

Tuition Reimbursement

Time Off

Professional Development

Job summary

Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is seeking a Systems Engineer in the TEN division. You will oversee technical teams, define system architectures, and manage implementation from concept to deployment for DoD-related projects.

The role emphasizes hardware design, test automation, and cross-team collaboration with a focus on RF/EO/IR systems. Active clearance and strong documentation skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience with hardware system design, integration, or validation.
• Strong written and verbal communication across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience designing and/or executing hardware tests in laboratory environments.
• Hands-on experience with prototype fabrication from concept through production.

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
• Contribute to complete test system lifecycle from initial requirements and use case definition through design, prototyping, acceptance testing, delivery, and ongoing field support
• Develop and present design review materials to customers and internal stakeholders, maintaining active engagement throughout all project phases

Skills

Hardware system design

Laboratory testing

Technical documentation

Cross-team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD)

Job description

Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is seeking a Systems Engineer in the TEN division. You will oversee technical teams, define system architectures, and manage implementation from concept to deployment for DoD-related projects.

The role emphasizes hardware design, test automation, and cross-team collaboration with a focus on RF/EO/IR systems. Active clearance and strong documentation skills are preferred.