Mechanical Engineering Co-op - Fall 2026 - ATAS

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. Job Description GTRI’s Cooperative Education (“co-op”) program offers you 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 Mechanical Engineering group within the Aerospace, Transportation, and Advanced Systems Laboratory (ATAS) seeks co‑op students, starting Fall 2026, with interests in mechanical design and development and working on large‑scale mechanical prototypes. Students will have the opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in the following areas: 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 Co-op Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field 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 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 Hours per Week 40 hours per week U.S. Citizenship Requirements Due to our research contracts with the US federal government, candidates for this position are required to be US 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 University 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 University 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. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Georgia Tech Research Institute