Technical Systems Engineer 5

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Job Title

Technical Systems Engineer 5

Location

Alabama - Huntsville - Huntsville, AL 35802 US (Primary)

Job Description

The Technical and Scientific Engineer provides high-level operational, technical, and scientific support to the Program Executive Office (PEO), Missiles and Space (MS) Product Manager Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems (PdM - C-UAS), supporting the PEO-MS Deputy for Acquisition and System Management (DASM), the Fires Center of Excellence (FCoE), and other key stakeholders across the Army and Department of Defense (DoD). This role is critical to the successful execution and integration of C-UAS systems and technologies, contributing to major phases of significant projects through advanced research, systems design, and technical leadership.

Responsibilities:

• Provide engineering and technical support to the PdM C-UAS and its mission partners, including the PEO M&S DASM and the Fires Center of Excellence.
• Develop and apply advanced methods, theories, and research techniques to solve complex system design problems and technical challenges.
• Plan and technically direct assigned projects or major phases of significant programs, coordinating with engineering teams and technical support staff.
• Conduct investigations of considerable technical complexity in support of evolving C-UAS operational and acquisition requirements.
• Evaluate and integrate complex hardware/software systems to ensure mission effectiveness and operational relevance.
• Conduct literature reviews, patent searches, and research current industry and government practices to inform technical decision-making.
• Assess and recommend enhancements or corrections in technical applications, models, or system implementations.
• Evaluate vendor capabilities and proposed solutions to meet performance, cost, and schedule objectives.
• Provide technical consultation and advice to internal and external stakeholders, including participation in technical reviews and working groups.
• May provide work leadership to junior engineers or support staff; however, this role does not carry full supervisory responsibilities.

Job Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a closely related technical field. Equivalent experience may be considered.
• 10+ years of progressively related experience.
• Demonstrated experience with integration of complex hardware/software systems, or background in modeling & simulation, sensor integration, or system-of-systems design.
• Proven ability to analyze, evaluate, and implement technical solutions in a mission-critical, multi-agency environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to diverse audiences.
• Experience supporting PEO M&S or other Army acquisition organizations.
• Familiarity with C-UAS technologies, operational scenarios, and integration efforts.
• Experience in a DoD program office or R&D environment focused on rapid prototyping or system fielding.
• Active DoD security clearance at the TS level, TS/SCI is preferred.

U.S. Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Job Type: Regular, Fulltime

Security Clearance: TS/SCI

Schedule: Mon-Fri 8-5

Work Location: Huntsville, Alabama

Travel: Yes, 10-30%

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: Yes

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.

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