Torch Technologies is seeking an experienced Simulation Interface Unit (SIU) Lead Test Engineer to support the Missile Defense Agency Director for Ground Test (MDA/DTG) in Huntsville, AL. The Lead Test Engineer will participate in MDA Hardware in the Loop (HWIL) and Distributed test events by managing a team responsible for remotely operating SIUs and operating the OSF framework software located in Missile Defense System (MDS) Element HWIL laboratories.

• Manages day-to-day operations of the operator team comprised of members supporting from Colorado Springs, Colorado (COS) and Huntsville, Alabama (HSV).
• Conducts meetings with operator team members, providing guidance and coordination as necessary with schedules for test event support.
• Attends meetings and provides input on areas of expertise where applicable.
• Acts as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for customer consultation and problem resolution in matters regarding test event support.
• Collaborates with external engineering groups to improve or upgrade product performance.
• Provides technical consultation to other organizations as needed.
• Monitors the gathering of test data; executes post-run data collection scripts and moves data to a central location for uploading to the MDA data center.
• Maintains active accounts with appropriate user permissions.
• Follow procedures and document departures from normal procedures.
• Monitors computer resources (e.g., available hard disk space) on each SIU and reports when resources are insufficient to support testing.
• Maintains daily run log sheets.
• Writes and follows procedures, document configuration requirements and changes, and verifies system, software, and hardware settings continuously.
• Reports anomalous simulation behavior and work with M&S Integration team members to coordinate for event connectivity requirements.
• Executes simulation framework applications.
• Proactively troubleshoots and overcomes functional/technical problems.
• Data collection, documentation and reporting on all the above responsibilities as required.
• Perform other IT duties as assigned to realize mission success.

• Master's Degree in Engineering or related technical discipline or equivalent experience and 10 years applicable progressively complex related experience
• Experience with Linux Systems; experience writing Linux scripts is a plus
• Capable of working in a team environment that includes participant lab personnel, M&S Integrators and Mission Test Directors, and other MDA stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; Attention to details and troubleshooting.
• Multi-disciplinary team to solve technically complex problems.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance

 Preferred Skills

• DoD 8570 IAT level II employment (e.g., Security CE, Network CE or higher or Linux )
• Previous experience with the Missile Defense Agency or Missile Defense System elements or components or equivalent system of system environments

U.S. Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes 

Job Type: Regular Full-time

Security Clearance: Secret

Schedule: M-F; 8-5. Off-nominal hours may be required to meet mission events 

Work Location:  Huntsville, AL

Travel: Yes, 10-15%

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

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.

Torch Technologies is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class.