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 with over 1200 employee-owners. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of Defense. 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 Program Manager, Principal to join a team to support the development and sustainment of systems assigned to the Air Force Human Resources Systems Division at Randolph AFB, TX.
As a Program Manager, Principal your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:
Provide the expertise and support associated with existing legacy (sustainment) programs and new acquisition programs.
Essential support for the Government involves user understanding and engagement along with strategic planning capabilities, including support provided to the HR Systems Division for strategic and enterprise planning activities.
Providing consulting and executive support to defense/Government programs and personnel.
Providing executive knowledge and insight on Governmental issues.
Performing analysis and developing recommendations that may have substantial impact on Governmental programs, processes and activities; and,
Providing key insight into Governmental plans, policies, processes, management strategies and systems acquisition.
Identify and advise on acquisition strategies following principles outlined in both DoD 5001, the Business Capabilities Lifecycle and Performance Based Service contracts.
Outline policy disconnects, policy interpretation, and management of all acquisition efforts.
Advise the PM on best practice PM principles to achieve substantial process improvements, efficiencies, and potential cost avoidance.
Analyze acquisition issues and develops risk reduction and mitigation approaches for improving program planning, control, and execution.
Advise on responses to governance and MDA requirements, Higher Headquarters (HHQ) engagements, and other oversight required to support the acquisition process.
Required Qualifications:
U.S. Citizenship is required.
Master’s or Doctorate Degree in a related field and 20 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 12 years of which must be in the DoD.
OR, bachelor’s degree in a related field and 25 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 15 of which must be in the DoD.
OR, 30 years of directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the PWS labor category performance requirements, 20 of which must be in the DoD.
Experience in providing program oversight and developing documentation and an IMS to support the acquisition of new IT business systems and capabilities IAW DoDI 5000.75
Knowledge and/or experience managing Agile Software Development Methodology projects.
Knowledge and/or experience using Agile tools (JIRA, Confluence, etc.).
Secret Clearance and the ability to maintain clearance is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Highly proficient with computers and software applications to include Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook, etc.), expert attention-to-detail & highly organized.
Knowledge and/or experience with Oracle-based IT systems.
Knowledge and/or experience with Air Force Human Resources and Payroll systems.
Preferred Certifications:
PMP or DAWIA Program Management Certifications
CompTIA Security + Certification
Schedule: (M-F; 8-5)
Work Location: Onsite at Randolph AFB, TX
Travel: No
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.
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 [email protected]. Thank you for your interest in Torch Technologies.
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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.
