Mechanical Engineering Graduate Research Assistant - Spring 2027 - ATAS
Georgia Tech Research Institute
Summary
GTRI’s Mechanical Engineering group within the Aerospace, Transportation, and Advanced Systems Laboratory (ATAS) seeks a Graduate Research Assistant with interests in mechanical design and development and working on large-scale mechanical prototypes.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Designing, developing, and documenting designs for use in DOD applications.
- Mechanical design & analysis
- Machining, 3D-Printing, sheet metal bending, and other manufacturing processes.
- Building assemblies and integrating subsystems.
- Part finishing processes (conversion coating, anodizing, painting, etc.)
- Student will use SolidWorks and other design tools to create parts, assemblies, and drawings.
- Develop hands-on engineering skills while helping the team coordinate assembly and testing of large prototype systems.
- Tolerance Analysis
- Logistical Support
Required Minimum Qualifications
- Pursuing a Master’s degree or PhD at Georgia Tech in Major(s) Mechanical Engineering
- Must be enrolled full-time (12+ credit hours)
- Must have a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA
- Commit to 15-20 hours of work per week
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using SolidWorks
- Strong math skills and ability to learn complex engineering concepts
- Some hands-on/fabrication experience
- Configuration management tools
- Ability to clearly communicate technical ideas and concepts
- Experience building Interferometers or similar OPL measurement devices
Requirements
- Pursuing a Master’s degree or PhD at Georgia Tech in Mechanical Engineering
- Must be enrolled full-time (12+ credit hours)
- Must have a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA
- Commit to 15-20 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.