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Huntsville, Alabama, United States
Onsite
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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. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. 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 is seeking a Mission Systems/Navigation SME Engineer to provide expert-level support in military aircraft avionics integration, navigation systems, mission planning software, and navigation database qualification. This role supports key Army aviation programs and other government agencies, offering both technical expertise and corporate guidance on aviation contracts, program strategy, and business development.
As a Mission Systems/Navigation SME Engineer your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:
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.
Qualifications
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.
Schedule: M-F; 8-5
Work Location: Huntsville, AL
Travel: 0-20%
Relocation Assistance Available: No
Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No
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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, 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.
