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 to join our team providing Program execution. This position supports the Air Force Weapons effort at Robins AFB, GA.
As a Program Manager, your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:
Serves as the lead authority for the planning, execution, and oversight of complex Air Force acquisition programs in support of Electronic Warfare (EW) and Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (EMSO) missions.
Operating at a senior level, the Program Manager leads cross-functional teams, engages with senior leadership, and drives program execution to meet operational requirements in high-priority mission areas.
Direct and oversee large-scale Air Force acquisition programs supporting EW and EMSO mission objectives.
Provide strategic guidance, milestone planning, and execution oversight throughout the program lifecycle.
Ensure all program activities align with Air Force operational priorities, acquisition policies, and resource allocation strategies.
Apply in-depth knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and AFLCMC acquisition systems.
Oversee contract strategy, development, negotiation, and administration for multiple contract types, including FFP, Cost-Plus, and IDIQ vehicles.
Ensure contractual deliverables are met, and scope changes are properly managed.
Utilize project management tools (JIRA) to monitor schedules, milestones, and resource allocation.
Manage program budgets, cost estimates, and risk mitigation plans in alignment with the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process.
Apply systems engineering and lifecycle management principles to sustain program readiness and long-term viability.
Lead and mentor cross-functional teams, including engineers, logisticians, operators, and contracting professionals.
Serve as the primary liaison with Air Force senior leadership, industry partners, and mission stakeholders.
Present program updates, performance reports, and strategic recommendations to executive-level decision-makers.
Required Qualifications:
U.S. Citizenship
Bachelor's Degree in an applicable discipline
8 years of experience in the program management, financial management, acquisition, or relevant field.
Must have an active Top Secret/SCI DoD clearance. Must maintain clearance at required level.
Must possess advanced knowledge of Air Force acquisition processes, program management best practices, and contract management strategies to ensure the delivery of mission-critical capabilities on time, within scope, and on budget. Operating at a senior level, the Program Manager leads cross-functional teams, engages with senior leadership, and drives program execution to meet operational requirements in high-priority mission areas.
Extensive experience managing DoD or Air Force acquisition programs, with emphasis on Electronic Warfare (EW) and Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (EMSO).
Demonstrated success in cost estimation, budgeting, and risk management for large-scale defense programs.
Progressive program management experience, including leadership roles on complex acquisition efforts.
Proven track record leading cross-functional teams in delivering mission-critical capabilities.
Experience in contract strategy, administration, and performance oversight across multiple acquisition strategies.
May require extended hours during key acquisition milestones or mission deadlines.
Primarily office-based with periodic travel to program sites, contractor facilities, and operational locations.
Preferred Qualifications:
Proficiency in Air Force acquisition processes and systems (FAR, DFARS, AFLCMC tools).
Proficiency with project management tools (Jira).
Knowledge of systems engineering and lifecycle management.
Understanding of PPBE processes and resource allocation.
Knowledge of contracting methods (FFP, Cost-Plus, IDIQ).
Understanding of contract scope and deliverables.
Schedule: Customers' discretion
Work Location: onsite at Warner Robins AFB
Travel: Yes, 10-20%
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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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.
