Systems Engineer, Journeyman

Torch Technologies is seeking a Systems Engineer Journeyman to join the BaS&E and LOGMOD teams. Base Support and Expeditionary (BaS&E) Tool is an integrated suite of Web-Enabled site planning tools (i.e., modules) used for campaign planning and Course of Action (COA) analysis and selection for potential bed down locations around the world. Captures all aspects of a base/location such as flight-line, housing, transportation to determine which best location can support incoming forces/equipment based on taskings. The Logistics Module (LOGMOD) is an unclassified, responsive, on-line system providing Air Force (AF), Major Commands (MAJCOMs), base-level logistics planners, and base-level unit deployment managers (UDMs) with the capability to plan and execute deployment, reception, and redeployment operations worldwide. LOGMOD is crucial for logistics planners and UDMs to plan for worldwide deployment of personnel, supplies, and equipment to meet various exercises, contingencies, and wartime taskings. This position supports AFLCMC/GBB.

The Systems Engineer, Journeyman requires a highly motivated individual with experience perform work that applies a broad theoretical and practical knowledge of Agile system engineering to the acquisition process and be able to:

• 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 IT/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 DOD, 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, AFI 99-103 - and their updates, successors (as happens over time).

• U.S. Citizenship.
• Bachelor’s or master’s Degree in a related field and at least 3 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, three of which must be in the DoW
• OR, seven years of directly related experience with proper certifications, five of which must be in the DoW.
• CompTIA Security + Certification.
• Active Secret Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Amazon Webservices

• Atlassian Tool suite

• Agile Development methodologies

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, 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.

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. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. 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!