Torch Technologies, Inc. · 10 hours ago
Software Systems Engineer
Torch Technologies is a 100% employee-owned company providing research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of Defense. The Software Systems Engineer supports the planning, development, integration, and verification of complex software-intensive systems, collaborating with government PMOs and cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with performance and safety requirements.
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Responsibilities
Support planning, development, integration, and sustainment of complex software systems
Collaborate with government PMOs, defense contractors, and internal engineering teams
Review software requirements, architectures, and technical artifacts for compliance and traceability
Support software verification, validation, and airworthiness activities
Review integration and test plans, procedures, and results
Participate in Agile development activities and support DevSecOps practices
Contribute to system-level risk identification and mitigation
Qualification
Required
U.S. Citizenship
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline
5+years of experience in software engineering, systems engineering, or a related field
Experience supporting software systems in a defense acquisition environment
Knowledge of software V&V, requirements traceability, and verification processes
Familiarity with software safety and airworthiness standards (e.g., DO-178C, DO-254)
Experience supporting software integration and test in complex systems
Working knowledge of Agile software development methodologies
Preferred
Direct experience with PEO Aviation or related military aviation acquisition programs
Knowledge of multi-core processing considerations and standards (e.g., DO-297, Integrated Modular Avionics)
Experience working within or leading Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)
Experience overseeing contractor and supplier performance for software-intensive systems
Familiarity with DevSecOps principles and CI/CD pipelines
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 and 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
Leadership Team
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