Autonomy Software Engineering and Systems Engineering Co-op - Fall 2026 - ASL

Overview 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 and Values 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. We are responsible stewards. Job Description GTRI’s Cooperative Education (“co‑op”) program offers extensive opportunities to participate in diverse scientific and technological endeavors, use state‑of‑the‑art equipment and rapidly improve your technical and leadership skills. The program allows you to alternate three semesters of full‑time work at GTRI with semesters of full‑time school. The Applied Systems Laboratory (ASL) is currently seeking co‑ops in the Autonomy Technology Transition Division (ATTD) for the Fall 2026 Semester. ATTD conducts research supporting sponsors across the Department of Defense and focuses on autonomous uncrewed aircraft programs. Expertise includes autonomous systems, systems engineering, avionics engineering, embedded software development, robotics, algorithm development, test and evaluation, and hardware‑and‑software‑in‑the‑loop development and test environments and laboratories. The student will work under the guidance of GTRI researchers performing one or more of the following activities supporting research on Autonomous UAS platforms: Embedded Software Development Windows and/or Linux Software Programming Data Analysis C++, Rust, and/or Python Programming Vehicle and Sensor Control, Task Allocation, Perception, or Tracking Algorithm Development Test Automation Software Test and Verification Systems Engineering Required Minimum Qualifications Co‑op Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Robotics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent engineering degree. 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA Must be eligible to be approved by your college/university to participate in a co‑op program and register for co‑op credit with your university during work terms Must be able to complete at least three full‑time co‑op terms (alternating three terms of full‑time work at GTRI with semesters of full‑time school) prior to graduation Preferred Qualifications Experience with one more programming language. Experience with Python. Familiarity with Configuration Management and Collaborative tools. Ability to clearly communicate technical ideas to a non‑technical audience. Strong math skills and ability to learn complex engineering concepts. Secret Clearance Hours per Week 40 hours per week U.S. Citizenship Requirements Due to our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position are required to be U.S. Citizens. Clearance Type Required Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance. Housing and Relocation Housing and relocation assistance are not available for this position. Equal Employment Opportunity The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities. Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (“USG”) and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of an individual’s race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract. USG Core Values Statement Integrity Excellence Accountability Respect More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at #J-18808-Ljbffr Georgia Tech Research Institute