Torch Technologies is seeking a talented Missile Defense Radar Subject Matter Expert to join a well-established and growing team in the Sensors Test, Analysis, Requirements and Simulations (STARS) Lab that supports the development, test, and fielding of missile defense radar systems. The selected candidate will provide technical leadership and oversight for real-time hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) systems, tactical software & hardware, and all-digital representations of complex missile defense radars such as AN/TPY-2, LRDR, SBX, UEWR, and CDU. Common tasks for this position include leading the development of technical solutions for scenario design and development, analysis tool design and development, and complex analysis on radar system and/or algorithm performance. The selected candidate will serve as a subject matter expert (SME) and mentor other team members on various aspects of critical radar functions including acquisition, scheduling, tracking, discrimination, advanced functions, and system-level interactions. The selected candidate will investigate issues, perform root cause analysis, and develop creative solutions to complex technical problems.

The selected candidate may support a broad range of projects including performance analysis, modeling & simulation (M&S) verification & validation (V&V), post-flight reconstructions, and integration and risk reduction efforts. The selected candidate will provide technical leadership in a highly dynamic environment that promotes team interaction, collaboration, and problem solving. The selected candidate will interact with external customers and stakeholders within the Missile Defense Agency (MDA), program offices, and radar development prime contractors.

Required Skills / Experience:

• Doctoral degree in Engineering, Physics, Math, or Computer Science from an accredited institution
• 20 years of experience with sensor and/or system-level data analysis; significant portion of this should include missile defense radars
• Significant experience with AN/TPY-2, LRDR, SBX, UEWR, and/or CDU radar systems (and/or associated digital representations)
• Proficient in data manipulation and analysis, data visualization, signal and data processing, electromagnetics, and/or system engineering using Matlab, Python, and/or similar tools
• Ability to provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise in team environments
• Ability to lead the development of reports and briefings that explain complex radar behaviors effectively to a broad range of audiences
• Ability to multi-task and work effectively across multiple efforts
• Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to mentor and lead junior staff
• Proven ability to interact professionally and effectively with a diverse set of customers, collaborators, stakeholders, and senior leadership

Candidates with the following experience are preferred:

• Experience with radar signal/detection injection HWIL systems (OSI, DIGISIM, OSM)
• Experience leading the development of complex analysis tools using Matlab
• Experience with other aspects of the Missile Defense System (MDS) and the Missile Defense Agency including threat/targets, C2BMC, GFC, and simulation frameworks such as OSF
• Experience with radio frequency (RF) environmental effects

Job Type: Regular Full-time

Security Clearance: Secret

Schedule: M-F; 8-5

Work Location: customer site

Travel: Yes, 0-10%

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.