Robotics Engineer - ATAS - Open Rank

site-logo•Smyrna, GA

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is seeking Scientists and Engineers specializing in robotic algorithm development, field-testing, and dynamical systems control for its growing Robotics and Autonomous Systems Division. This division primarily focuses on the development of real-time algorithms for robotics applications, including multi-robot collaboration, swarming, path planning, guidance, navigation, world-modeling, and task allocation for multi-domain robots (aerial, surface, sub-surface). A robotics engineer develops the hardware and/or software that enables electro-mechanical systems to perform tasks with minimal human involvement. This can include developing mechanical mechanisms, integrating sensors, or creating algorithms for sensing, planning, and executing actions. This position contributes to the fundamental and applied understanding of robotic and autonomous systems by developing advanced autonomous planning, coordination, perception, and control algorithms for mobile robots or teams of robots operating in dynamic environments. The role may involve interfacing with perceptual, actuation, communication, and other systems to enable robots to sense, plan, coordinate, and execute mission plans.

Requirements

Candidates currently enrolled in an accredited degree program relevant to this position will be considered.
The candidate must have a graduation date of no later than August 2026.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Hands-on experience with state-of-the-art algorithms on real-world mobile robot systems, including field test experimentation or robotic competitions.
Experience with C++, Python, ROS, Linux, and/or robotic simulation engines like Gazebo and SCRIMMAGE.
U.S. Citizenship required.
Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Active Secret Clearance.
A strong history of publication or hardware-implementation of advanced algorithms demonstrating the ability to perform independent research is desired.
Experience with fast prototyping in Python and C++ for real-time operation on a robot in real-world environments.
Experience in one or more of the following is desirable: Multi-robot teams.
Path planning and navigation.
Behavior-based robotics.
Vehicle Control and State Estimation.
Machine learning for robotic control.

Responsibilities

Perform signal processing tasks with more limited direction from supervisor.
Develop expertise in specific areas.
Contribute to white papers and proposals with supporting background or data analysis.
Contribute to technical reports/presentations of projects, journal articles, and conference presentations.
Perform autonomous robotic algorithm development and validation tasks with limited guidance.
Perform rapid simulation development, prototyping, and field-testing.
Generate research reports, publication, proposals, and briefs for internal and external customers.
Serve as technical lead on programs, driving the development and implementation of novel engineering solutions.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior research faculty.