Division Chief Scientist - ELSYS - (Open Rank)

site-logo•Atlanta, GA

8h•Onsite

About The Position

The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is the nonprofit, applied research division of the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech). Founded in 1934 as the Engineering Experiment Station, GTRI has grown to more than 2,900 employees, supporting eight laboratories in over 20 locations around the country and performing more than $940 million of problem-solving research annually for government and industry. GTRI's renowned researchers combine science, engineering, economics, policy, and technical expertise to solve complex problems for the U.S. federal government, state, and industry. The Electronic Systems Laboratory (ELSYS) is currently seeking a Division Chief Scientist for the Integrated Space Systems (ISS) Division located in Atlanta, GA. The ISS Division is a multi-disciplinary team of engineers dedicated to advancing space-centric solutions through applied research, rapid prototyping, and smart sustainment. Leveraging diverse expertise across engineering, fabrication and assembly, and operations, the team focuses on developing innovative, mission-driven technologies and transitioning them swiftly from concept to real-world deployment. We excel in integrating complex subsystems and delivering operational capabilities that address evolving challenges in the space domain.

Requirements

Extensive experience in projects and/or program management
Extensive experience in program development, including sponsor relations, writing white papers and leading proposal efforts
Demonstrated proficiency in technical areas relevant to the Division to include: electronic systems development/fielding, software/firmware development, systems engineering, RF engineering, and electronic systems testing and evaluation
U.S. Citizenship Requirements: Due to our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be U.S. Citizens.
Clearance Type Required: Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Active Top Secret Clearance
Experience leading internal research and development programs
Experience translating targeted internal investments into sponsored research

Responsibilities

Helps direct and oversees the division’s internal research and development (IRAD) program.
Ensures IRAD activities will maintain and grow the division’s competitive position by formulating and executing key elements of the division’s strategy.
Works closely with researchers and unit leads in the alignment of IRAD with other investments and awards.
Develops collaborations across other labs (Division Chief Scientists in particular).
Represents the division’s opportunities and challenges through reporting to the Lab Chief Scientist.
Connects with the broader research and sponsor community.
Oversee division IRAD portfolio, including financial oversight, technical oversight, and liaison with ELSYS Chief Scientist.
Partner with division leadership to create division strategic plans, sponsor-engagement opportunities, technology/research roadmaps, and proposals.
Support preparation for division inputs to ELSYS strategy planning/discussions.
Maintain awareness of key technological advancements and shifts, especially as they relate to the development of new research thrusts for the division.
Lead key white paper and proposal efforts; serve as point of contact throughout GTRI for collaboration with division.
Encourage publication, outreach, and impactful conference participation within the division.
Form strategic relationships with key subject matter experts across GTRI, Georgia Tech, industry, and our sponsors.