Full-Time

Systems Engineer – Senior

Torch Technologies

Torch Technologies

1,001-5,000 employees

End-to-end defense tech product development

No salary listed

No H1B Sponsorship

Centerville, OH, USA

In Person

US Citizenship Required

Category
IT & Security (2)
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Required Skills
Agile
Quality Assurance (QA)
AWS
Risk Management
Oracle
Requirements
  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Advanced Degree (MA/MS) or Doctorate from an ABET accredited program in Computer Science, Information Technology or other Engineering Discipline and 10 years of experience, 5 of which must be in the DoW, or
  • BA/BS Degree from an ABET accredited program in Computer Science, Information Technology or other Engineering Discipline and 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 5 of which must be in the DoW, or
  • 15 years of directly related experience with proper certifications, 8 of which must be in the DoW.
  • CompTIA Security+ CE
  • Must possess and maintain a Tier 3/Secret clearance.
  • Certifications Requirements (Possesses any or all of the following certifications) + AWS Certified Solutions Architect, (or associate) + AWS Cloud Practitioner or Microsoft Axure equivalent + Current certification in Oracle/OCI products and/or databases + CompTIA Security + CE
Responsibilities
  • Perform work that applies a broad theoretical and practical knowledge of Agile system engineering to the acquisition process.
  • Identify, describe, and apply emerging IT acquisition strategies, best practices, IT-related performance measures and quality management in support of acquisition planning, information assurance/cybersecurity, test and evaluation processes, verification and validation processes, and/or, fielding and sustaining of lT/software systems
  • Conduct reviews on program portfolio to evaluate and/or recommend alternative plans, improve systems engineering programs/processes, manage/sustain program technical baseline, and
  • Design/perform system level tests to assure that subsystems and system performance is achieved in accordance with approved specifications;
  • Perform program reviews to evaluate alternative proposed plans, systems engineering programs, design and test results to assure that subsystem and system performance is achieved in accordance with program specifications;
  • Prepare technical documentation which defines, specifies, and recommends system/subsystem characteristics;
  • Prepare management reports and conducts technical presentations for planning, implementation and corrective action using application of engineering principles;
  • Perform validation of software systems including development of analyses/evaluation criteria and procedures, analyses/evaluation of results, and related recommendations;
  • Provide Agile and Digital system/program engineering, technical support and technical training to support programs/initiatives including, but not limited to, acquisition, development, integration, sustainment, continued evolution, deployment/fielding and installation, and operations oversight;
  • Provide engineering support services and inputs to program and project risk management activities in compliance with AF Systems Engineering Assessment Model (SEAM) processes; and,
  • Perform all (system) engineering according to applicable DoW, AF, AFMC directives, instructions, and manuals, to include, but not be limited to, AFI 63-101, AFMAN 63-144, AFMCI 63-1202, AFMAN 63-128, AF/ 99-103 - and their updates, successors (as happens over time).
Desired Qualifications
  • Agile/Scrum Certifications

Torch Technologies is a 100% employee-owned technology services and solutions provider focused on defense. It delivers end-to-end product design and development, taking concepts from inception through production and long-term sustainment. Its software development and engineering teams work in agile ways to deliver value, with capabilities spanning prototyping, technology integration, and long-term support. As a major defense contractor, Torch Technologies supports the armed forces and wins contracts that fund its research and development. Headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama, the company operates a large Design, Development and Integration campus and eight regional offices, underscoring its substantial physical footprint in delivering technical solutions to government customers.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$15.1M

Headquarters

Huntsville, Alabama

Founded

2002

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What believers are saying

  • Partners with Davis Defense Group and Vector CSP for PMA-271 program support.
  • Promotes Sam Burkett to SVP and Brady Porter to VP effective February 1, 2023.
  • Secures contracts with U.S. Army AMCOM and Missile Defense Agency.

What critics are saying

  • Defense budget cuts slash Torch's contracts to favor Lockheed Martin within 6-12 months.
  • Leidos erodes Torch's market share via $250M MDA agile contract win in 12-18 months.
  • Engineers defect to Dynetics due to ESOP vesting delays in 6-12 months.

What makes Torch Technologies unique

  • 100% employee-owned structure fosters loyalty among 1100+ employee-owners.
  • Specializes in end-to-end product design from concept to sustainment using agile methodologies.
  • Operates 85,000 sq ft Technology Integration & Prototyping Campus since 2019.

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Dental Insurance

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0%

2 year growth

2%
Davis Defense Group
Mar 25th, 2025
Davis Defense Group, Inc. to Deliver PMA-271 Airborne Strategic Command, Control, and Communications Program/Project Management Technical Support Services

As part of this effort, DDG has partnered with Torch Technologies, Inc. and Vector CSP, LLC leveraging their specialized expertise to enhance the program's execution and ensure seamless delivery of mission-critical support services.

Huntsville Business Journal
Dec 4th, 2023
Huntsville company named in top 100 employee owned businesses for 2023

Torch Technologies announced that the company has been added to the National Center for Employee Ownership (NCEO) 2023 Employee Ownership 100 list.

HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology
May 9th, 2023
Bill Roark named to HudsonAlpha Board of Directors – HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology

The HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology named Bill Roark to its Board of Directors at a regularly scheduled meeting of the Institute’s leadership.

Huntsville Business Journal
Feb 9th, 2023
Huntsville's Torch Announces Two Executive Promotions

Torch Technologies announced the promotions of Sam Burkett to Senior Vice President and Brady Porter to Vice President effective February 1, 2023.

The News Courier
Nov 30th, 2022
Athens State enters new learning partnerships | Local News | enewscourier.com

Athens State University is pleased to announce new learning partnerships with TBAKI, Aerojet Rocketdyne, the City of Huntsville, and Torch Technologies.