Torch Technologies, Inc. · 3 days ago
Mission Systems/Navigation SME Engineer
Torch Technologies is a 100% employee-owned company providing superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of Defense. The Mission Systems/Navigation SME Engineer will provide expert-level support in military aircraft avionics integration and navigation systems, contributing to mission planning software and navigation database qualification.
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Responsibilities
Lead and support integration of military aircraft avionics and navigation systems
Provide subject matter expertise in M-code GPS, INS/EGI, Doppler sensors, TACAN, and VOR/ILS systems
Support development and implementation of Performance Based Navigation (PBN) capabilities, including GATM, CNS/ATM, RNP RNAV, RNP-.3/1/5, and P-RNAV/B-RNAV
Contribute to mission or flight management system architecture, requirements, and development activities
Support Army mission planning software applications, updates, and integration efforts
Develop and/or review Navigation Database Qualification (NDQ) and Data Quality Requirements (DQR)
Conduct system-level analysis, testing, and validation of navigation and mission systems
Coordinate with engineering teams, program leadership, and customers to address technical issues and ensure compliance with program requirements
Prepare technical documentation, briefings, and status reports for leadership and stakeholders
Provide corporate guidance and subject matter expertise on aircraft maintenance, programmatic strategy, and new contracts within aviation domains (Logistics, Programmatic, Technical)
Develop and support business opportunities with Other Government Agencies (OGA), including US Air Force 'Big Safari', CBP, FBI, DOS, and other aviation programs
Contribute to request for proposal (RFP) responses, capturing strategies, and corporate-level planning for aviation contracts
Support and conduct Program Management Reviews and provide insights on programmatic, technical, and operational matters
Develop and update operational manuals and guidance documents, such as Flight and Ground Operations manuals
Qualification
Required
U.S. Citizenship
Master's degree in Engineering or a related field; 12 + years of experience in mission systems, navigation systems, or avionics engineering. OR
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field; 15+ years of experience in mission systems, navigation systems, or avionics engineering
Active Secret Clearance
Strong expertise in military aircraft avionics integration
Hands-on experience with military aircraft navigation systems, including: M-code GPS, INS/EGI systems, Doppler nav sensors, TACAN and VOR/ILS radios
Knowledge of Performance Based Navigation (PBN) standards (GATM, CNS/ATM, RNP RNAV, RNP-.3/1/5, P-RNAV/B-RNAV)
Experience with mission or flight management system development
Familiarity with Army mission planning software applications and workflows
Experience developing or reviewing navigation database qualification and data quality requirements
Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills
Benefits
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
Health Reimbursement Accounts
EAP
Education assistance
Paid time off
Holidays
Company
Torch Technologies, Inc.
Founded in October 2002, Torch is a 100% employee-owned business headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$15.16M2012-02-09Seed· $3.01M
2011-12-31Debt Financing· $12.15M
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