Dr. Jonathan Rogers

Professor

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Biography

Jonathan Rogers is the Lockheed Martin Professor of Avionics Integration at the Guggenheim School of Aerospace Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology. He previously held positions in the School of Mechanical Engineering at Georgia Tech and the Department of Aerospace Engineering at Texas A&M University. Dr. Rogers directs the Aerial Robotics Experimental Autonomy Lab (AREAL), where he conducts research in flight dynamics, controls, aerial robotics, and autonomy. His work involves both theoretical and applied research, leading to the development of innovative technologies in rotorcraft, smart weapons, and stochastic optimal control. Dr. Rogers has received several prestigious awards, including the NSF CAREER Award, the Army Young Investigator Award, and the Lockheed Martin Inspirational Young Faculty Award. His research has been featured in leading publications such as MIT Technology Review, Engadget, BBC News, and IEEE Spectrum. He serves as an Associate Editor for the Journal of Guidance, Control, and Dynamics and is an Associate Fellow of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA).

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Georgia Institute of Technology • Atlanta, GA

Lockheed Martin Professor Avionics Integration at the Guggenheim School of Aerospace Engineering.

Awards

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Associate Fellow

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Lockheed Martin Associate Professor Avionics Integration

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NSF CAREER Award

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Lockheed Martin Inspirational Young Faculty Award

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Army Research Office Young Investigator

Requirements for Georgia Institute of Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in computer science or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science: GRE scores are optional for Fall 2026.