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 Software Design Engineer/Systems Engineer to support the Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate, Navigation and Controls Branch (AFRL/RWTAN) in its efforts to pioneer research in autonomous, precision-guided air-to-air and air-to-ground munitions. The role is located on Eglin AFB, FL. The selected candidate will be part of a Navigation and Estimation team utilizing highly technical and developmental payloads on-board an Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) to demonstrate navigation concepts for GPS-denied environments (e.g., Magnetic, Vision, Radio Frequency, etc.) for single or multi-UAV system concepts. The qualified candidate must have strong oral and written communication skills. The ability to work collaboratively in group development sessions is a must. However, motivation and dedication to project tasks in an independent environment are also necessary. The ideal candidate will work seamlessly with cross-functional teams to integrate varied goals and requirements, ensure adherence to project timelines, and actively contribute to achieving successful outcomes. Knowledge of various software and code development sources must be present. The candidate should have experience in one or more of the following programming languages: C/C++, python, Java, and others. Experience with Linux operating systems and Docker is also desired. Familiarity with network communication is desired. The candidate’s daily work affects the design, testing, implementation, operation, and support of the system, or the quality and reliability of services.
As a Software Design Engineer/Systems Engineer your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:
The successful candidate will design, develop, troubleshoot and test software applications in support of mission data reprogramming.
The successful candidate will work with other mission data engineers and system users to develop requirements, prepare validation and verification test plans, and organize and participate in MD configuration control boards.
The successful candidate will collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams to align diverse requirements and objectives, maintain project timelines, and provide hands-on support to ensure successful goal completion.
Write code that supports the integration process.
Uncover inconsistencies that prevent the code from working as intended.
Develop documentation, flowchart, layout, diagram, etc.
Job Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship
Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, such as mathematics, science, or engineering with at least 3 years of experience.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret DoD Clearance
Candidates must have the potential ability to recognize and analyze problems, conduct research, summarize results, and make appropriate recommendations.
Experience with Object Oriented Programming: C++/Python.
Experience with GPS/IMU Integrated Navigation Systems and GPS Denied Navigation.
Familiarity with Linux OS and Docker.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or applicable technical field.
Comfortable with other people’s code: Reading, Modifying, Debugging, and Optimizing.
Strong communication skills to convey results effectively in the English language both verbally and in writing is required. Must be able to discuss and understand requirements/taskings in dynamic environment.
Familiarity with GIT Configuration Management System.
Familiarity with ROS2.
Familiarity with Docker.
Familiarity with Factor Graphs and Pose Graph Optimization.
Ability to work in dynamic environments and support multiple users; good creative problem solver with a commitment to assisting the team in building quality software.
Schedule: M-F; 8-5
Work Location: customer site
Travel: yes, 10%
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.
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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.
