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 highly skilled and experienced Mission Planning Systems Test Engineer to join our team with the 28 DOM at Eglin AFB, FL. Are you a former bomber pilot, Radar Navigator, or WSO with a passion for cutting-edge technology? Do you want to use your operational experience to shape the future of mission planning for the B-1 and B-52? If so, this is the perfect opportunity for you. This role is responsible for testing and evaluating the next generation of mission planning software for the USAF. You will play a critical role in ensuring that our warfighters have the tools they need to succeed in any environment.
As a Mission Planning System Test Engineer (B-1/B-52) your duties include but are not limited to:
Develop and execute comprehensive test plans for the Joint Mission Planning System (JMPS) and its life cycle upgrades.
Leverage your operational expertise to create realistic test scenarios that operationally test the mission planning environment.
Collaborate with a team of dedicated engineers and project managers to ensure the successful delivery of mission-critical software.
Draft and present a variety of technical documents, including test plans, operational assessments, and final reports.
Provide expert analysis and recommendations to senior leaders on the operational suitability of new mission planning software.
Travel to various locations (10-25%) to support testing and evaluation activities.
Required Qualifications:
U.S. Citizenship
Master’s Degree in a technical field and a minimum of 10 years of relevant technical experience working on high-visibility or mission critical aspects is required. Twelve years of relevant technical experience may be substituted for a Master’s Degree or eight years of relevant technical experience and a technical BS Degree.
A deep understanding of bomber operations and tactics gained through at least 1000 hours of flight time, in the B-1 or B-52, in the past five years.
Extensive knowledge of the Joint Mission Planning System (JMPS) and other mission planning software.
A proven ability to develop and execute test plans with current complex weapon systems in the inventory.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must have and maintain an active Current security clearance (TS/SCI).
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous flight test experience.
Familiarity with ACC and 53rd Wing test policies and procedures.
Schedule: (M-F; 8-5)
Work Location: Onsite at Eglin AFB, FL
Travel: Yes, up to 25%
Relocation Assistance Available: No
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 and safe-harbor contribution, 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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Skills Required
- Master's Degree in a technical field and a minimum of 10 years of relevant technical experience
- A deep understanding of bomber operations and tactics with at least 1000 hours of flight time in the B-1 or B-52
- Extensive knowledge of the Joint Mission Planning System (JMPS) and other mission planning software
- A proven ability to develop and execute test plans with current complex weapon systems
- Must have and maintain an active Current security clearance (TS/SCI)
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.
