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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Engineer, Senior - **Company:** Torch Technologies, Inc. - **Location:** Kettering, OH, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Axure RP, CompTIA Security+, Databases, Digital Technology, Oracle (Applications), Scrum Methodology, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Verification and Validation (Software), Enterprise Software Applications, System-level Testing, SC Clearance, Information Technology, 3-tier Architectures, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure - **Published:** August 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88079202/1 ## About the Role * U.S. Citizenship * Advanced Degree (MA/MS) or Doctorate from an ABET accredited program in Computer Science, Information Technology or other Engineering Discipline and 10 years of experience, 5 of which must be in the DoW, or * BA/BS Degree from an ABET accredited program in Computer Science, Information Technology or other Engineering Discipline and 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 5 of which must be in the DoW, or, * 15 years of directly related experience with proper certifications, 8 of which must be in the DoW. * CompTIA Security+ CE * Must possess and maintain a Tier 3/Secret clearance. * Certifications Requirements (Possesses any or all of the following certifications) + AWS Certified Solutions Architect, (or associate) + AWS Cloud Practitioner or Microsoft Axure equivalent + Current certification in Oracle/OCI products and/or databases + CompTIA Security + CE, * Agile/Scrum Certifications ## Description Torch Technologies has an exciting opportunity for a Systems Engineer, Senior located in Kettering, OH (Dayton, WPAFB) to support our EPASS GB contract. As part of the AFLCMC/GB Business and Enterprise Systems Directorate, the Stoc Control System (SCS) is a web-based and mainframe wholesale and depot retail asset management system. It provides enhanced processing of stock control transactions and management information for Air Force and Marine Corps (USMC) operations. The system directly supports AF, USMC, and other service/agency customers. It provides worldwide combat readiness and sustainability for the warfighter through allocation, custody, and distribution of supply and equipment items supporting the full range of Air Force weapon systems such as F-35, F22, F-15, F-16, A-10, C-130, C-17, C-5, etc. The SCS FIAR RDT&E efforts are focused on modernizing and improving this Air Force capability. As aSystems Engineer, Senior your duties will include the following but are not limited to: * Perform work that applies a broad theoretical and practical knowledge of Agile system engineering to the acquisition process. * Identify, describe, and apply emerging IT acquisition strategies, best practices, IT-related performance measures and quality management in support of acquisition planning, information assurance/cybersecurity, test and evaluation processes, verification and validation processes, and/or, fielding and sustaining of lT/software systems; * Conduct reviews on program portfolio to evaluate and/or recommend alternative plans, improve systems engineering programs/processes, manage/sustain program technical baseline, and * Design/perform system level tests to assure that subsystems and system performance is achieved in accordance with approved specifications; * Perform program reviews to evaluate alternative proposed plans, systems engineering programs, design and test results to assure that subsystem and system performance is achieved in accordance with program specifications; * Prepare technical documentation which defines, specifies, and recommends system/subsystem characteristics; * Prepare management reports and conducts technical presentations for planning, implementation and corrective action using application of engineering principles; * Perform validation of software systems including development of analyses/evaluation criteria and procedures, analyses/evaluation of results, and related recommendations; * Provide Agile and Digital system/program engineering, technical support and technical training to support programs/initiatives including, but not limited to, acquisition, development, integration, sustainment, continued evolution, deployment/fielding and installation, and operations oversight; * Provide engineering support services and inputs to program and project risk management activities in compliance with AF Systems Engineering Assessment Model (SEAM) processes; and, * Perform all (system) engineering according to applicable DoW, AF, AFMC directives, instructions, and manuals, to include, but not be limited to, AFI 63-101, AFMAN 63-144, AFMCI 63-1202, AFMAN 63-128, AF/ 99-103 - and their updates, successors (as happens over time). ## Related Videos - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [Branch your database like your code: How schema changes and pull requests go hand in hand](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/350-branch-your-database-like-your-code-how-schema-changes-and-pull-requests-go-hand-in-hand) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [The Best X (Twitter) Accounts for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/294-the-best-x-twitter-accounts-for-developers)