Senior Systems Engineer (SME)

Torch Technologies, Inc.
life insurance, paid time off, 401(k), relocation assistance
United States, Virginia, Washington
Sep 16, 2025
Torch Technologies 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 with over 1200 employee-owners. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of Defense. 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! Torch Technologies is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer (SME) is a key technical leader supporting the Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) Joint Capability Office (JCO). The incumbent will provide subject matter expertise to the JCO Technical Advisor for Technology, Systems, and Applications and lead initiatives focused on technical management, systems integration, advanced technology development, and cross-domain system analysis. As aSenior Systems Engineer (SME) your duties will include the following, but are not limited to: Serve as the principal technical advisor to the JCO Technical Advisor for C-UAS Technology, Systems, and Applications. Evaluate the entire DoD C-UAS portfolio and provide expert recommendations across the Joint Force. Provide technical guidance and support for concept development, science and technology, research and development, and requirements analysis related to C-UAS. Lead systems engineering efforts including architecture design, system integration, interoperability, modeling and simulation, and system effectiveness analysis. Participate in and contribute to technical reviews, stakeholder meetings, and decision-making forums with DoD and Army senior leaders, government agencies, and contractors. Recommend enhancements to system performance, integration strategies, and rapid implementation pathways for C-UAS capabilities. Conduct in-depth technical investigations, evaluate new technologies, and assess vendor capabilities. Author and review technical publications, white papers, and patents, contributing to the advancement of engineering best practices and innovation within the DoD. Provide consultation and mentoring to internal engineering teams and external partners. Job Requirements U.S. Citizenship Master's or Doctorate in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a closely related field. Equivalent experience may be considered. 15+ years of progressive, complex systems design experience. Active DoD security clearance at the TS level, TS/SCI is preferred. Demonstrated experience in integrating complex hardware/software systems, with expertise in areas such as modeling & simulation, sensor integration, or system-of-systems design. Proven ability to lead high-impact, cross-functional engineering efforts and mentor technical teams, with strong analytical, verbal, and technical writing skills. Experience collaborating with DoD senior leadership, joint capability offices, and familiarity with acquisition processes, rapid prototyping, and emerging C-UAS technologies. Recognized authority in at least one domain: C-UAS systems, multi-domain operations, command and control (C2) systems, or sensor integration and performance analysis. Schedule:Mon-Fri 8-5 Work Location:Washington, D.C Travel:Yes, 10-30% Relocation Assistance Available:No Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract:Yes #LI-DK1 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. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Careers Link as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to HR@torchtechnologies.com. Thank you for your interest in Torch Technologies.