AMSC Test Analyst

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 qualified individual to support the Air Force at the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) at Arnold AFB, TN. The candidate will execute a wide range of technical tasks including development and use of data collection and analysis tools, as well as execution of data collection, analysis, and reporting.

As a Test Analyst, your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:

Perform engineering analysis and modeling functions in a variety of technical areas including:

• • Measured EO/IR missile plume and hardbody signature data and models.
  • Missile propulsion, trajectory, and attitude data and models.
  • Missile nozzle and plume flowfield models.

Support the AMSC Field Measurements Team in all aspects of radiometric sensor field applications.

• • Configure a variety of EO/IR imagers, spectrometers and radiometers to meet customer requirements.
  • Perform detailed laboratory calibration of signature measurement instrumentation.
  • Travel to remote test locations for potentially long durations (1-3 week deployments, 3-5 times per year).  Responsible for application of one or more instruments to collect signature data on target(s) of interest.
  • Radiometric data analysis including image processing, atmospheric propagation, target trajectory.

Perform data extraction, metadata consolidation, and data processing/analysis tasks as assigned to support customer and user deliverables and requests.

• • Use and support development of government or commercial toolsets and applications to process and analyze data.
  • Prepare inputs, based on underlying physics, to model and simulation programs for missiles or other systems, and exercise the models to predict signatures.
  • Perform comparative analyses of simulation results.
  • Prepare documentation as appropriate to record data processing, analysis, and software usage and/or adaptation.

• • Create data products and reports on EO/IR data signatures for FMT deployments or analysis and modeling efforts.

• • Work in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing work to balance multiple projects and deadlines.
  • Collaborate effectively with senior staff and peers, communicating clearly and concisely in both oral and written formats.
  • Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship
• Education - Bachelor’s degree in physics or engineering from an accredited school and up to 3 years of experience.
• Proficiency with Python and/or MATLAB.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain a Top Secret DoW security clearance. Active clearance must be maintained throughout employment tenure.

Desired Qualifications:

• An active DoW security clearance is highly desirable; however, candidates without a clearance will also be considered.
• Experience with infrared and/or high-speed cameras (e.g. FLIR, Phantom) is a plus.
• Advanced degree or additional graduate-level coursework in physics or engineering is a plus.
• Chemistry, fluid dynamics, atmospheric physics background or coursework is a plus. 
• Must be able to learn and effectively use a variety of government and in-house simulation codes and analysis tools.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience fostering cooperation and teamwork with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Engineering intern experience and/or experience in test or aerospace/industrial setting is desired.
• Applicant must be willing and able to work extended hours and shift work while supporting test execution, as test schedules dictate.
• Strong adherence to safety and security protocols in a test environment.

Schedule: M-F; 8-5

Work Location: customer site

Travel: yes, 10%

Relocation Assistance Available: NA

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

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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. 

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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. 

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