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Torch Technologies, Inc. · 1 week ago

CUAS Radar Systems SME

Redstone Arsenal, AL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

2+ years exp

Torch Technologies is a 100% employee-owned company providing research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of Defense. The CUAS Radar Systems SME will serve as the primary technical authority on radar systems, leading design and development while ensuring system performance and interoperability.

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Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary technical authority on radar systems, providing expert guidance across design, development, integration, and lifecycle support

Define and validate radar system requirements, translating operational needs into technically sound and testable specifications

Lead system architecture development to ensure radar designs are scalable, interoperable, and adaptable to evolving mission and threat environments

Conduct and oversee trade studies evaluating radar technologies, architectures, and component options to optimize cost, performance, and schedule

Participate in and lead major design reviews (PDR, CDR, etc.), ensuring design maturity and technical risk mitigation

Develop and apply modeling and simulation tools to assess radar performance, validate predictions, and support system optimization

Identify, assess, and manage technical risks associated with radar development, integration, and acquisition activities

Support acquisition planning, including source selection evaluations, proposal assessments, and contract technical oversight

Develop and review Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMPs) and test procedures, ensuring test adequacy and data-driven performance validation

Ensure radar system interoperability with C2 systems, other DoD sensors, and allied networks for integrated mission operations

Collaborate across engineering, logistics, and program management disciplines to ensure technical alignment and system readiness

Monitor and assess contractor technical performance, ensuring compliance with specifications and design intent

Prepare and deliver technical reports, data analyses, and high-level briefings to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders

Maintain technical awareness of emerging radar technologies, electronic protection techniques, and digital engineering methods

Mentor junior engineers and contribute to workforce development in radar engineering and system acquisition best practices

Qualification

Radar integrationSignal processingMulti-sensor fusionSystems engineeringRequirements managementTest planningElectromagnetic warfareTechnical documentationAnalytical skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skills