Torch is seeking a degreed engineer to provide advisory and assistance services in support of a DOD ACAT I program. A successful candidate will have a history of experience in performing systems engineering responsibilities. The candidate will be a central touchpoint responsible for technical oversight of work developing carriage & release equipment responsible for the interface between a major weapons system and it's host aircraft. The candidate will lead the charge in the Functional Configuration Audit and System Verification Review. Carriage and release equipment represents a significant piece of equipment with critical mechanical and electrical engineering work involved. As such, any Mechanical (BSME), Electrical (BSEE), or Systems Engineering degreed individual would be a good candidate for this position if they can apply good technical judgment across the spectrum and know when to pull in support from the disciplines which are not their own. Experience in an Air Force program office would benefit any candidate but is not required.

Torch Technologies, an employee-owned company, has opportunities on the beautiful Gulf Coast of Florida. Sugar white beaches and aquamarine water await. Work on cutting-edge technology related to armament acquisition and testing. Torch Technologies has been voted one of the best workplaces by Forbes magazine and the Association of Mechanical Engineers. You now have the opportunity to work with 21st century technology while living in paradise. The U.S. Air Force is developing a new Long-Range Stand-Off (LRSO) nuclear missile. The service plans to field the LRSO by 2030 to replace the current, General Dynamics (now Raytheon) AGM-129A Advanced Cruise Missile (ACM) that originally entered service in 1991. In May 2021, the Air Force awarded an Engineering and Manufacturing Design (EMD) contract to Raytheon Missiles and Defense, Tucson, Arizona. The Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC) Nuclear Weapons Acquisition Division (AFNWC/NDB), which is resident at Eglin AFB, Florida, is the System Program Office (SPO) responsible for the acquisition.

Role and Responsibilities

• Support DOD systems engineering technical reviews; functional configuration audit, system verification review, etc..
• Review contractor test plans, processes, and results for the ability to meet system requirements. Provide technical feedback on plans & processes to ensure requirements are met.
• Review contractor provided drawings and specifications for clarity and completeness. Work with the contractor to ensure the product documentation is complete and meets program requirements.
• Work with other professionals in the area to provide oversight to the contractor’s plans for manufacturing, operation, maintenance, and eventual disposal of the system.
• Plan, monitor, and support decision analysis, requirements management, and risk management by following the Air Force Systems Engineering Assessment Model
• Ensure adequate planning, readiness, and closeout of system engineering technical reviews.
• Evaluate trade studies and advise the program leadership about risks and impacts to supportability, cost, and schedule.
• Write, coordinate, and maintain program documentation.
• Prepare reports and presentations and give technical presentations for program leadership.

Desired Experience/Qualifications

• Air Force DAU Engineering and Technical Management (or similar) is desired.
• Experience in a program office is desired.
• Current DOD Secret Clearance (or US Gov equivalent), must be TS eligible
• Have 10+ years of experience.
• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field; Mechanical Engineering (BSME), Electrical Engineering (BSEE), or Systems engineering

Additional Notes

This position requires candidates to possess a current SECRET security clearance in order to access classified information. Inability to maintain a SECRET security clearance will result in a candidate being ineligible for this position. This position is located at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida.