Software Systems Engineer

Software Systems Engineer

Torch Technologies is 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!

The Software Systems Engineer supports the planning, development, integration, and verification of complex software-intensive systems within a defense acquisition environment. This role interfaces with government PMOs, contractors, and cross-functional engineering teams to ensure software solutions meet performance, safety, and airworthiness requirements.

As a Software Systems Engineer your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:

• Support planning, development, integration, and sustainment of complex software systems
• Collaborate with government PMOs, defense contractors, and internal engineering teams
• Review software requirements, architectures, and technical artifacts for compliance and traceability
• Support software verification, validation, and airworthiness activities
• Review integration and test plans, procedures, and results
• Participate in Agile development activities and support DevSecOps practices
• Contribute to system-level risk identification and mitigation

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship
• Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline, 10+ years of experience in software engineering, systems engineering, or a related field OR
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline, 12+ years of experience in software engineering, systems engineering, or a related field
• Active secret clearance
• Experience supporting software systems in a defense acquisition environment
• Knowledge of software V&V, requirements traceability, and verification processes
• Familiarity with software safety and airworthiness standards (e.g., DO-178C, DO-254)
• Experience supporting software integration and test in complex systems
• Working knowledge of Agile software development methodologies

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience with PEO Aviation or related military aviation acquisition programs
• Knowledge of multi-core processing considerations and standards (e.g., DO-297, Integrated Modular Avionics)
• Experience working within or leading Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)
• Experience overseeing contractor and supplier performance for software-intensive systems
• Familiarity with DevSecOps principles and CI/CD pipelines

Schedule: M-F; 8-5

Work Location: Huntsville, AL

Travel: 0-20%

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

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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