Digital Systems Graduate Research Assistant - Spring 2027 - SEAL
Georgia Tech Research Institute
Summary
Georgia Tech Research Institute's Sensors and Electromagnetic Applications Laboratory (SEAL) currently seeks a graduate student to join our Sensor Systems Engineering Division starting Spring 2027. The student will assist Research Engineers in various system engineering tasks. The student should be interested in learning about Digital Signal Processing design and simulation, and digital design and development, system engineering, electronic systems integration, and testing.
Job description
Job Duties
Due to the nature of the work at GTRI, job duties will depend upon contract and sponsor needs. Students could participate in the following projects/tasks:
- Digital signal processing design and simulation with MATLAB
- Digital system implementation with VHDL and FPGA hardware
- Testing and characterization of Digital, Analog, and RF and components and systems
- Developing and executing automated test scripts in NI LabVIEW
- Analyzing measured test data
- Assembling and wiring custom modules and chassis
- Generating schematics and PCB layout
- Developing C/C++ code
Requirements
- Pursuing a Master’s degree or PhD at Georgia Tech in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
- Must be enrolled full-time (12+ credit hours)
- Must have a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA
- Commit to 13-20 hours of work per week
- Must be a US Citizen
- Must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance
Company overview
The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is the applied research division of the Georgia Institute of Technology, serving as one of the nation's premier university-affiliated research centers. Established in 1934 as the Engineering Experiment Station, GTRI has evolved into a comprehensive research organization that conducts cutting-edge applied research across multiple domains including defense systems, cybersecurity, telecommunications, energy systems, and biomedical engineering. With a workforce of over 2,000 researchers, engineers, and support staff, GTRI operates numerous specialized research laboratories and collaborates extensively with government agencies, industry partners, and academic institutions. The institute is particularly renowned for its work in radar systems, electronic warfare, and advanced communications technologies, contributing significantly to national security and technological innovation. GTRI's research portfolio spans both classified and unclassified projects, with a strong emphasis on translating fundamental research into practical solutions that address complex real-world challenges across defense, commercial, and public sectors.