Electronic Systems Architect - Open Rank (Senior Level) - ACL - Colorado Springs, CO

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GTRI's Signals and Systems Division (SASD) in the Advanced Concepts Laboratory (ACL) seeks qualified candidates for an Electronic Systems Architect within the Operations Research Branch (ORB) to work in GTRI's Colorado Springs Field Office (COSFO). This Research Faculty position involves synthesizing hardware, software, system, and systems-of-systems level considerations into advanced cyber-physical architectures primarily relating to orbital warfare systems.

SASD consists of a staff of research professionals engaged in a portfolio of research related to next-generation aerospace technology analysis and innovation. ACL develops tailored solutions for a broad range of national security challenges through disciplined application of physics- and effects-based modeling to realizable systems, augmented with prototype development and testing.

The project assignments of this position would be aligned with the mission of GTRI's COSFO. COSFO provides direct technical expertise to the Department of the Air Force (DAF), United States Space Force (USSF), and United States Space Command (USSPACECOM) organizations in the area of Space Operations, National Space Security, Program Acquisitions, Operational Test and Evaluation, and Research and Development (R&D). GTRI also provides technical support to the Program Executive Office for Command, Control, Communications, and Battle Management (PEO C3BM) and Space Systems Command Space Systems Integration Office (SSC/SSIO) in the area of space system architecture design and space sensor orchestration. In addition, GTRI also provides technical support to USSPACECOMs Space Technology Analysis Group (STAG). GTRI performs cross-cutting analysis on strategic issues on the conflict in space at the request of the USSPACECOM Commander.

The Electronic Systems Architect designs, develops, and deploys integrated hardware, software, and total electronic system solutions for the organization. This position provides significant technical leadership in the organization through technical team leadership, leading design decisions on major programs, providing recommendations and implementation details about system modules including software, hardware technologies, and deployment requirements. The Electronic Systems Architect has the ability to independently implement or provide technical leadership to any portion of the design process.

• Develop system architectures to deploy complex electronic systems
• Support all phases of program execution, but primarily invest time in the program design and implementation phases
• Perform comparative analysis to similar systems, assessing system strengths and weaknesses
• Research system theory and design concepts and implementation methods to help in determining system functionality, state of the art, and potential weaknesses
• Take ownership of moderate team development while mentoring others
• Author technical reports and presentations for projects of high complexity
• Compile report input from other researchers and prepare final report deliverables
• Serve as the primary author of pertinent white papers and competitive proposals
• Provide technical vision to sponsors

• Provide support to the GTRI COSFO as directed by the Field Office Manager
• Interface between GTRI and the United States Space Force (USSF), Space Systems Command (USSF/SSC), and USSPACECOM organizations in Colorado Springs, Boston, and El Segundo.
• Provide technical expertise on space operations, space sensors, satellite systems, and other space-related topics, as requested by the United States Government.
• Lead and perform studies in terms of force design for orbital warfare systems
• Scrutinize modeling and simulation results for accuracy, validity, and completeness
• Brief senior leaders in GTRI and the United States Government
• Generate and document systems and system of systems requirements, analysis, and design implementation

• BS in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline
• At least two (2) years of experience or demonstrated proficiency with at least one of the following languages: Python, MATLAB, C++, Java, R
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to convey highly technical material in a clear, concise manner to a nontechnical audience
• Able to act in varied roles as both a technical resource and in leadership positions
• Able to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Security Clearance

• Active TS/SCI Clearance
• MS or PhD in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline
• Familiarity with the mission and organization of the Department of the Air Force (DAF), USSSPACECOM, USSF, and the various organizations that provide guidance and advice to its leaders.
• Familiarity with USSF's space acquisition processes and programs
• Experience developing complex, software-intensive, military or avionics systems or systems of systems using system engineering processes and methodologies.
• Familiarity with Cameo Systems Modeler and its related family of tools, including Teamwork Cloud
• Experience with using and analyzing outputs from the Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling (AFSIM) and SPA Cyber Assassin
• Experience utilizing DevOps tools such as the Atlassian tool suite or GitLab
• Direct contribution to business development opportunities: identifying leads, preparing proposals, and obtaining contract awards
• Direct leadership, supervision, or management of a team

25% - 50% travel

This position vacancy is an open-rank announcement. The final job offer will be dependent on candidate qualifications in alignment with Research Faculty Extension Professional ranks as outlined in section 3.2.1 of the Georgia Tech Faculty Handbook

• 9 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline
• 7 years of related experience with a Masters' degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline
• 4 years of related experience with a Ph.D. in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline

Please refer to our Research Faculty Technical Level Guidelines for minimum requirements at the higher levels.

Due to our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be U.S. Citizens.

Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.

Comprehensive information on currently offered GTRI benefits, including Health & Welfare, Retirement Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Time Off, and Professional Development, can be found through this link: https://benefits.hr.gatech.edu/.

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