Algorithm & Analysis Engineer; Mid Level - SEAL

Project/Unit Description

The Sensors and Electromagnetic Applications Laboratory (SEAL) at the Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is seeking engineers and scientists with expertise in aerospace applications. The role involves applying advanced algorithms to address complex challenges in orbital mechanics, spacecraft reachability, and guidance, navigation, and control (GNC). Candidates should have a strong background in aerospace dynamics, sensor fusion, and optimal control, with a focus on designing, analyzing, optimizing, and implementing algorithms for Space Domain Awareness (SDA).

This position bridges the gap between theoretical algorithm development and practical application, emphasizing experimentation, software/hardware integration, and system performance evaluation.

The Algorithm & Analysis Engineer is responsible for the development and support of state-of-the-art algorithms involving data fusion, sensor fusion, machine learning, manned/unmanned avionics improvement programs, and genetic programming. The Engineer focuses on the design, analysis, software/hardware implementation, optimization, profiling, and experimental evaluation of computer algorithms, bridging the gap between algorithm theory and practical applications. Additionally, the Engineer conducts statistical analysis of multi-modal and time-varying data to characterize and quantify system qualities and deficiencies, leading to recommendations and improvements.

• Perform data cleaning and fundamental data analysis, with guidance only as needed, generating new tools with significant reusability.
• Design and execute algorithm tests with limited oversight.
• Serve in a leading role in algorithm design discussions for defined portions of programs.
• Design larger portions of algorithms and testing with minimal oversight.
• Lead sections of technical report execution.
• Lead discussions with sponsors for large portions of research.
• Work with independence at sponsor sites under guidance of technical leads.
• Materially contribute to discussions for technical journal articles and conference presentations.
• Conduct literature searches related to research focus areas.
• Mentor student researchers and facilitate their technical development and tasking.

• Develop cutting-edge algorithms for orbital maneuvering, trajectory optimization, reachability analysis, and sensor fusion.
• Evaluate the performance of spacecraft systems (MDA, USSF) and quantify capabilities in aerospace dynamics.
• Prepare insightful technical assessments for sponsor engagements, presenting system design improvements and performance analysis.
• Contribute to advancements in Space Domain Awareness (SDA) through thought leadership.
• Serve in an advisory capacity, offering subject‑matter expertise to Government programs.

• Significant experience in aerospace applications, with a focus on orbital mechanics and aerospace dynamics.
• Experience in tracking and algorithm development for space systems.

• Active Secret Clearance.
• Broad knowledge of radar systems and Space Domain Awareness.
• Experience analyzing complex test data sets and developing insightful assessments for Government program managers.

10% travel or less.

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.

• 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related degrees.
• 3 years of related experience with a Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related degrees.
• 0 years of related experience with a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related degrees.

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