Georgia Tech Research Institute · 10 hours ago
Hardware-in-the-loop Test Design Co-op - Summer 2026 - ELSYS
Smyrna, GA
Full-time
Onsite
New GradGeorgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is a nonprofit applied research division of the Georgia Institute of Technology. They are seeking a Student Co-op in the Test Engineering Division to participate in the development and testing of Hardware-in-the-Loop systems for Electronic Warfare and Avionics applications, providing hands-on experience in engineering tasks and research.
AssociationBiotechnologyInformation TechnologyNon Profit
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design of electrical and mechanical subsystems used in test stations
CAD modelling of systems, subsystems, and test stations
Fabrication and assembly of test station subsystems
System engineering tasks such as requirements design, test architecture and development, and performance analysis
Data capture and analysis of RF analog and digital signals
System testing using custom test equipment as well as common equipment such as oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers
Schematic capture and layout for printed circuit card (PCB) designs
Design of validation test equipment for new PCB designs
Qualification
Required
Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related
3.0 or higher cumulative GPA
Must be eligible to be approved by your college/university to participate in a co-op program and register for co-op credit with your university during work terms
Must be able to complete at least three full-time co-op terms (alternating three terms of full-time work at GTRI with semesters of full-time school) prior to graduation
Due to our research contracts with the US federal government, candidates for this position are required to be US Citizens
Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance
Preferred
Ability to perform research independently
Ability to prioritize tasks while working on multiple projects
Strong math skills and ability to learn complex engineering concepts
Ability to clearly communicate technical ideas to a non-technical audience
Experience in using PCB design software
Experience using circuit simulation software
Knowledge of embedded system fundamentals
Company
Georgia Tech Research Institute
The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is the nonprofit, applied research organization of the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech).
Founded in 1937
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.28MKey Investors
US Department of Energy"US Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administation"Alfred P. Sloan Foundation
2024-03-13Grant· $2.4M
2024-02-26Grant
2023-10-10Grant· $1.2M
Leadership Team
Peter Tuuk
Deputy Chief Technology Officer
Bill Dracos
Deputy Chief Operating Officer
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