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 Inc., is looking for a Firmware Engineer that will be a critical position responsible for conducting detailed firmware analysis, identifying vulnerabilities, and ensuring the integrity and reliability of firmware systems. This position requires experience in firmware analysis tools, including Questa, and a deep understanding of static firmware analysis, Clock Domain Crossing (CDC), and Reset Domain Crossing (RDC). In this role you will play a key role in supporting firmware development and validation efforts, providing actionable insights, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This position demands strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to identify and report vulnerabilities effectively.
As a Firmware Engineer your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:
- Conduct detailed firmware analysis using tools to ensure system integrity and reliability.
- Demonstrable practical experience with FPGA tools & technologies
- Perform static firmware analysis, design and verification including requirements capture, simulation, code coverage, synthesis, place & route, and timing analysis
- Identify, document, and report vulnerabilities within firmware systems, providing actionable recommendations for resolution.
- Collaborate with development teams to ensure firmware meets performance, functionality, and compliance standards.
- Provide technical support for firmware validation and testing efforts.
- Maintain thorough documentation of firmware analysis processes, findings, and recommendations.
- Stay up to date with emerging firmware analysis techniques and tools, actively suggesting improvements.
Required Qualifications:
- US Citizenship.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
- 2+ years’ applicable experience. Master’s degree preferred.
- Active Secret Clerance or ability to obtain one.
- Proven experience in firmware analysis tools, including Questa and Questa Inspect.
- Understanding static firmware analysis, Clock Domain Crossing (CDC), and Reset Domain Crossing (RDC).
- Experience identifying and reporting vulnerabilities within firmware systems.
- Experience in c/c++/java/python/vhdl/html/matlab.
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with development teams and communicate technical findings clearly.
- Familiarity with industry standards for firmware development and validation.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience with defense or aerospace firmware systems.
- Knowledge of firmware analysis techniques and methodologies.
- Familiarity with risk assessment and mitigation strategies for firmware vulnerabilities.
- Strong documentation skills to maintain detailed records of analysis processes and findings.
Schedule: M-F; 8-5
Work Location: Customer- site, No Telework or Remote work option
Travel: Yes, 0-10%
Relocation Assistance Available: 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.
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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Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 2+ years' applicable experience
- Proven experience in firmware analysis tools, including Questa and Questa Inspect
- Active Secret Clearance or ability to obtain one
- Experience identifying and reporting vulnerabilities within firmware systems
- Experience in C/C++, Java, Python, VHDL, HTML, MATLAB
What We Do
Founded in October 2002, Torch is a 100% employee-owned business headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama. Our commitment to our employees results in a retention rate well over 90% and helps ensure our customers experience a stable work force. Our outstanding fringe benefits package helps recruit, retain and sustain our workforce. Torch has received national and local recognition for its business performance, workplace environment, and ethical business practices. In 2021, Torch was named one of the Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services for the sixth year by Great Place to Work. Torch was also recognized as the 2021 ESOP Company of the Year by the New South Chapter of The ESOP Association for a second time. Torch was a recipient of the 2021 James S. Cogswell Outstanding Industrial Security Achievement Award by the DCSA. Bloomberg Government also listed Torch in its annual “Top 200” for the fifth year. In 2020, Torch became the only four-time recipient of the Better Business Bureau’s Torch Award for Business Ethics in the North Alabama region. Great Place to Work named Torch one of the country’s Best Workplaces for Parents, and Great Place to Work and Fortune named Torch one of the country’s Best Workplaces for Millennials in 2020. Torch was also ranked on the Inc. 5000 list for the fourteenth consecutive year in 2020. Washington Technology listed Torch in its “Top 100” Government Contractors ranking for the sixth consecutive year. Torch was also selected for a 2020 Colorado Springs Business Journal “Best in Business” award. In 2019, Torch was ranked on the Entrepreneur 360 list for the third consecutive year. In 2018, Great Place to Work and Fortune magazine named Torch a Best Medium Workplace for the third consecutive year. Torch was also named a winner of the 2018 Best Places to Work in Huntsville award for the fifth time. In 2016, Torch was named one of America’s Best Small Companies by Forbes.
