Research Program Analyst-EOSL-Open Rank (Entry-Junior Level)

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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. Georgia Tech's mission is to develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition. The Institute has nine key values that are foundational to everything we do: Students are our top priority, We strive for excellence, We thrive on diversity, We celebrate collaboration, We champion innovation, We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression, We nurture the wellbeing of our community, We act ethically, and We are responsible stewards. Over the next decade, Georgia Tech will become an example of inclusive innovation, a leading technological research university of unmatched scale, relentlessly committed to serving the public good; breaking new ground in addressing the biggest local, national, and global challenges and opportunities of our time; making technology broadly accessible; and developing exceptional, principled leaders from all backgrounds ready to produce novel ideas and create solutions with real human impact. As one of eight GTRI laboratories, the Electro-Optical Systems Laboratory (EOSL) focuses on optical systems engineering research for sponsors across the Department of Defense. Additionally, the EOSL research portfolio includes lidar; sensing and seekers; photonic devices and microelectronics; and survivability-related modeling, simulation, and analysis for multi-spectral applications. The EOSL has over 150 researchers and staff, with three main divisions: the Electromagnetic Warfare & Survivability Modeling & Simulation Division, the Electro-Optical Infrared Systems Division, and the Photonics & Microelectronics Division.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in STEM related field of study
Familiarity with project management or financial management concepts
Expert proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Security Clearance
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
Masters of Science Degree in STEM related field of study
Familiarity with Electro-Optical/Infrared technical concepts
Familiarity with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)

Responsibilities

Works closely with a senior Research Program Manager who provides oversight, direction, and mentorship.
Directs low-risk, low-complexity technical government programs or portions of larger programs.
Oversees technical performance, technical deliverables, schedule and cost for each project.
Ensure availability of required resources, including engineering expertise, manpower, production, computer infrastructure, research security, and facilities.
Serve as the primary (or alternate) sponsor contact for program information inquiries.
Interface with GTRI technical project leads as well as government technical personnel.
Understand complex engineering concepts and effectively communicate them to a variety of audiences.
Understand complexities related to managing classified projects and be able to deconflict as necessary.
Coordinate schedules, briefing materials, minutes, and logistics associated with project meetings.
In coordination with the Project Management Office, provide purchasing support and inventory management for projects.
Coordinate logistics and scheduling for project activities.
Maintain project budgets and track expenditures.
Manage and make independent decisions related to project budgets up to $100,000.
Provide financial reporting to project managers for monthly reporting to sponsors.
Maintain information within appropriate systems of record.
Serves as liaison between project team and support units to ensure administrative tasks are completed as required.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Contribute to contract proposals as needed.
Attend external sponsor meetings as needed.