Air Operations Systems Engineer (Test & Evaluation)

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 Technologies is seeking an Air Operations Command and Control (C2) Test Engineer with the 96th Cyberspace Test Group (96 CTG) at Eglin AFB, FL. The 96 CTG is the DoW's premier organization for Developmental Test & Evaluation (DT&E), responsible for ensuring the mission readiness of critical C4ISR, Cyber, and Electronic Warfare programs. This is a unique opportunity to apply your expertise to complex challenges and directly contribute to the warfighter's technological advantage. As an Air Operations Command and Control (C2) Test Engineer, your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:

Lead Test & Evaluation Lifecycle:

Drive the end-to-end development test and evaluation (DT&E) process for the AOC Weapon System in both on-premises and cloud environments. This includes authoring comprehensive test strategies, plans, and procedures; executing Developmental Test (DT), Operational Test (OT), and Risk Reduction efforts; and delivering detailed technical reports with actionable findings.

Perform Rigorous System Analysis:

Conduct in-depth data analysis to evaluate system performance against technical specifications and operational requirements. Identify, document, and report system deficiencies, verify compliance with standards, and assess the stability of various system configurations to ensure mission readiness. Serve as a

Technical Subject Matter Expert:

Act as a key technical advisor on the operational employment of the AOC WS and other C2 systems. Collaborate closely with System Program Offices, development contractors, and senior engineers to coordinate test objectives, schedules, and budgets, ensuring alignment across all program stakeholders. Support the full system lifecycle through required travel to both developer and operational locations for hands-on integration, testing, and direct user feedback sessions. Testing and analysis is focused on the following functional areas: Strategy Division (SRD) Support Verify the system's capability to support the development, documentation, and dissemination of key strategic products, including the Joint Air Operations Plan (JAOP), Air Operations Directive (AOD), and the JFACC's air apportionment recommendation. Test functionalities related to the development and modification of Rules of Engagement (ROE/RUF) and Commander's Critical Information Requirements (CCIR). Evaluate the system's assessment tools to ensure they effectively track Measures of Effectiveness (MOE) and Measures of Performance (MOP) and generate accurate assessment reports. Combat Operations Division (COD) Support Test the real-time mission monitoring and command and control (C2) functionalities of the system. Verify the system's ability to dynamically adjust the ATO in response to a changing operational environment, including executing immediate air support requests and prosecuting time-sensitive targets. Evaluate software applications for executing the Air Defense Plan (AADP), managing the tactical data link interface, managing the Common Operational Picture (COP) and monitoring Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) operations as directed by the RSTA Annex. Confirm the system's ability to generate required execution data and reports for delivery to the Strategy Division and higher headquarters. Required Qualifications US Citizenship Bachelor's Degree in a technical field with 3 years' relevant experience. An Associate's degree plus 4 years of experience; or 8 years' experience may be substituted for the degree requirement. Proven expertise in Air Operations Center (AOC) processes with in-depth, hands-on experience in at least one key division: Strategy (SRD), Combat Plans (CPD), or Combat Operations (COD). Comprehensive understanding of the Joint Air Tasking Cycle and its associated products, including the JAOP, AOD, JIPTL, MAAP, ATO, ACO, OPTASKLINK and SPINS. Strong analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to deconstruct complex operational workflows and translate them into clear, testable requirements. Excellent communication skills, encompassing both oral presentation and technical writing, with proficiency in creating documentation and reports using the MS Office Suite. Must possess, or be able to obtain and maintain, a Secret security clearance. Preferred Qualifications Direct hands-on experience with the AOC Weapon System, preferably from an operational assignment within the Strategy (SRD), Combat Plans (CPD), or Combat Operations (COD) divisions. Proven experience in Developmental and/or Operational Testing (DT/OT), including authoring formal test plans, procedures, and reports in accordance with DoW/Air Force test methodologies (e.g., AFI 99-103). Experience testing within an Agile software development environment, with a strong understanding of DevOps, continuous integration, and continuous testing principles. Demonstrated ability to interface effectively with prime contractors and development teams regarding test objectives, schedules, budgets, and methods. Applied knowledge of "F2T2EA" Long Range Kill Chain process, "strat to task" planning, networked datalink architectures (interoperability), and C2 modeling and simulation into AOC processes. Familiarity with advanced test concepts such as Design of Experiments (DoE).

Schedule:

as needed per customer request

Work Location:

onsite at

Eglin AFB, FL Travel:

yes, 20%

Relocation Assistance Available:

No Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract:

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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 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. Torch Technologies is dedicated to providing superior research, development, and engineering services to the Department of Defense. As defense contractors, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. From the CEO's desk... When Bill Roark and Don Holder founded Torch in 2002, they knew that employees were the company's greatest asset. They believed that offering employees a stake in the outcome, by making them all owners, was critical to building a successful organization. I share that feeling. Bill and Don's original intent was fully achieved in 2011 when Torch converted to a 100 percent S-Corp ESOP. Since that time, the company has grown over ten-fold and gained national recognition for the success we have demonstrated as an employee-owned company. Today, Torch continues to respect the individual contributions of our employee-owners and to share the rewards of our success. In addition, we continue to foster an environment of employee recognition, respect, development, and comradery while striving to achieve a healthy work-life balance. We recognize that core to our company is a culture of trust with our employees, customers, business partners, and community. Our management team is committed to continue to earn that trust. This past year, Torch proudly announced that we were Certified Evergreen™. A timely achievement for Torch employee-owners as they will celebrate Torch's 20th anniversary this October, becoming Certified Evergreen™ signifies that while Torch employee-owners can look back on Torch's past with pride, Torch is also looking forward. Becoming Certified Evergreen™ means that Torch has committed to finding ways to make 100 percent employee ownership sustainable so that Torch will remain a private company forever. Going forward, Torch will continue to evolve to address market and technology changes in order to become a major provider of cost-effective technical services and solutions to the Warfighter. We are making significant investments into facilities, equipment, business systems, and research to enable us to provide innovations and timely business services to our clients. We feel that always looking to improve our service is key to sustaining customer trust in the future. Likewise, we believe that continuing to share ownership is one of the ways we maintain employee trust and an unparalleled commitment to succeed. Combined, these timeless principles form the basis of the Torch culture. A culture that we are committed to continue and strive to pass on to the next generation of employee-owners as an Evergreen Company.