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Torch Technologies

Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County, headquartered in Huntsville, AL. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. As one of the nation's top 100 defense companies, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: "Lighting the Pathway of Freedom". And, as a Certified Evergreen ESOP, we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!

Torch Technologies is seeking a Systems Engineer to join a team supporting a Joint Interagency Task Force reporting to the Deputy Secretary of Defense. This position supports the delivery of Joint Counter-Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-sUAS) capabilities to America's warfighters by providing systems engineering expertise throughout the system acquisition and lifecycle management process.

As a Systems Engineer, your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:

• Lead systems engineering activities including requirements analysis, functional analysis, system architecture development, design solution formulation, systems analysis, and configuration management.

• Apply systems engineering principles to translate operational and mission requirements into system performance specifications and technical solutions.

• Develop, maintain, and manage systems engineering documentation, processes, procedures, and milestone schedules.

• Support all phases of the DoD acquisition lifecycle while ensuring compliance with Systems Engineering Management Process (SEMP) requirements.

• Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise on assigned programs with minimal government oversight.

• Translate military operational requirements into practical system concepts and engineering solutions.

• Develop and maintain technical documentation including system specifications, interface requirements, engineering drawings, and engineering change documentation.

• Participate in program reviews, design reviews, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), and post-award technical activities.

• Evaluate engineering designs to ensure proper integration across engineering disciplines and recommend additional technical expertise when needed.

• Review test plans, test procedures, test reports, and failure analyses for technical adequacy.

• Assess system performance against requirements and evaluate operational risks associated with meeting mission objectives.

• Develop engineering change proposals, waivers, deviations, and support physical and functional configuration audits.

• Review program management documentation to ensure technical accuracy and completeness.

• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and systems engineering expertise to project teams.

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience,

• OR Master's degree in Engineering and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.

• Active Secret security clearance required to start.

• Demonstrated expertise in Systems Engineering supporting complex DoD acquisition programs.

• Extensive knowledge of the Systems Engineering Management Process (SEMP), DoD Systems Engineering policies, Integrated Product and Process Development (IPPD), and Integrated Product Team (IPT) management.

• Experience translating military operational requirements into engineering solutions.

• Experience leading engineering efforts with minimal government oversight.

• Strong technical leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Systems Engineering or Systems Management with more than 20 years of relevant experience, or Ph.D. in Engineering with more than 15 years of relevant experience.

• Recognized subject matter expert within the Systems Engineering community.

• Experience serving as a technical consultant and mentoring engineering teams.

• Experience developing innovative systems engineering strategies and improving engineering processes.

• Ability to identify technical risks, develop mitigation strategies, and brief senior leadership on recommended courses of action.

• Experience supporting Counter-Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-sUAS), Army, or Joint DoD acquisition programs.

Schedule: M-F; 8-5

Work Location: Onsite - Alexandria, VA

Travel: Yes, up to 10% CONUS

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

Salary Range: $150,000-$180,000

The salary range information is a general guideline only. Several factors can influence the salary for a position including but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, geographic location, business considerations, scope and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate's qualifications such as relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications.

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Benefits:

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.

Applying to Torch Technologies:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Torch Technologies, Inc. participates in E-Verify.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Careers Link as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to HR@torchtechnologies.com. Thank you for your interest in Torch Technologies.