Head of testing

Torch Technologies is seeking a Program Manager / Test Engineer focused on Air‑to‑Ground Weapons to support the 28th Test and Evaluation Squadron (28 TES) D0G division.

Responsibilities Lead planning, execution, and reporting of complex system evaluations, ensuring new air‑to‑ground munitions meet mission requirements. Conduct mathematical modeling, Operations Research, and Design of Experiments to evaluate cost‑effectiveness and performance. Attend and lead planning meetings, evaluate new technologies, provide advisory support to junior personnel, facilitate technical information interchange, present findings in high‑level briefings, and influence top‑level leadership decisions.

Required Qualifications U.S. Citizenship.

Master’s degree in Engineering with at least 8 years of relevant experience, or Bachelor’s degree plus 12 years of relevant experience.

Previous Rated pilot, Weapons System Officer, or test engineer with weapons system employment experience.

Experience with fighter/bomber live‑fire testing programs or hands‑on experience with air‑to‑ground munitions.

Experience with fighter/bomber aircraft systems upgrades, integration of advanced technologies and tactics development of upgrades and new technologies.

Strong oral communication and technical writing skills.

Ability to obtain and maintain a Top‑Secret clearance with SCI access; investigation within the last 6 years.

Preferred Qualifications Experience developing operational requirements, Capability Performance Documents (CPDs), and supporting ACC directed special access programs.

Minimum 5 years of operational or developmental test experience.

Weapons system acquisition experience.

Active TS/SCI clearance.

Staff/Program Manager experience.

Schedule and Location Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday.

Work Location: Eglin AFB.

Travel: Yes, 10–20%.

Relocation Assistance Available: No.

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No.

Work Arrangement: 40hrs/WK M‑F.

Benefits ESOP participation.

401(k) match.

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

Short‑term and long‑term disability.

Flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts, and Health Reimbursement Accounts.

EAP and education assistance.

Paid time off and holidays.

EEO Statement 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. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. Accommodations can be requested by emailing View email address on click.appcast.io.

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