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# IV&V Software Engineer

- **Company:** Torch Technologies, Inc.
- **Location:** Huntsville, AL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Business Analytics Applications, Static Program Analysis, Computer Programming, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Memory Leaks, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Software Testing Automation Framework, Systems Architecture, System Testing, Systems Integration, Scripting, Software Verification, Gitlab, Information Technology, Software Version Control, Devsecops
- **Published:** August 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9120262/ivv-software-engineer

## About the Role

* US Citizenship.
 * Bachelor's Degree (Master's Degree preferred) Degree in Computer Science, a related field or equivalent experience.
 * 5 years applicable software design engineering experience.
 * Domain Expertise: Proven engineering experience in software Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V), specifically within complex weapon systems or DoD/Army environments.
 * Analytical Tools: Proficiency with static and dynamic code analysis tools, as well as memory debugging tools (e.g., CodeDX, Understand, Valgrind).
 * Version Control & Pipelines: Strong experience with GitLab, DevSecOps methodologies, and Agile software development lifecycles.
 * System Architecture: Familiarity with modern defense architectures and active participation in Technical Working Groups (e.g., Requirements and Architecture Working Groups).
 * Must have an active secret clearance.

Preferred Technical Competencies:

 * Direct technical experience with the IFPC system, SHIELD, or related missile defense architectures.
 * Hands-on experience developing or integrating with custom test automation frameworks.
 * Advanced scripting or programming experience to build custom automation and parse large telemetry/test datasets.

Schedule:M-F; 8-5

## Description

Torch Technologies is seeking a highly motivated IV&V Software Engineer to support advanced defense and engineering programs. This role involves developing and applying analytical tools, performing system-level evaluations, and contributing to mission-critical solutions in a fast-paced, technical environment. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in GitLab and DevSecOps, experience with static and dynamic code analysis tools, and the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to solve complex engineering challenges.

Core Technical Responsibilities:

 * System Testing & Validation: Review and analyze Formal Qualification Tests (FQT) for the IFPC weapon system. Identify, document, and track software defects and system requirement specification failures.
 * Code & Architecture Analysis: Perform deep-dive static and dynamic code analysis on software executables to ensure system integrity, security compliance, and proper data-rights management.
 * Automation & Integration: Architect and implement automated solutions to replace manual verification processes. Lead the technical integration of IFPC software into the government's Integrated Verification Platform (IVP) and other emulation/test environments.
 * DevSecOps & CI/CD: Maintain and optimize software verification pipelines using industry-standard version control and continuous integration tools.


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