CUAS Radar Systems SME

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 with over 1200 employee-owners. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of Defense. 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 a CUAS Radar Systems SME with deep knowledge of threat detection and tracking technologies. Specializes in radar integration, signal processing, and multi-sensor fusion for low, slow, small (LSS) aerial targets. Experienced in evaluating and optimizing radar performance in complex electromagnetic environments. Supports system design, test, and deployment of CUAS solutions for defense and critical infrastructure protection.

As a CUAS Radar Systems SME your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:

• Serve as the primary technical authority on radar systems, providing expert guidance across design, development, integration, and lifecycle support.
• Define and validate radar system requirements, translating operational needs into technically sound and testable specifications.
• Lead system architecture development to ensure radar designs are scalable, interoperable, and adaptable to evolving mission and threat environments.
• Conduct and oversee trade studies evaluating radar technologies, architectures, and component options to optimize cost, performance, and schedule.
• Participate in and lead major design reviews (PDR, CDR, etc.), ensuring design maturity and technical risk mitigation.
• Develop and apply modeling and simulation tools to assess radar performance, validate predictions, and support system optimization.
• Identify, assess, and manage technical risks associated with radar development, integration, and acquisition activities.
• Support acquisition planning, including source selection evaluations, proposal assessments, and contract technical oversight.
• Develop and review Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMPs) and test procedures, ensuring test adequacy and data-driven performance validation.
• Ensure radar system interoperability with C2 systems, other DoD sensors, and allied networks for integrated mission operations.
• Collaborate across engineering, logistics, and program management disciplines to ensure technical alignment and system readiness.
• Monitor and assess contractor technical performance, ensuring compliance with specifications and design intent.
• Prepare and deliver technical reports, data analyses, and high-level briefings to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Maintain technical awareness of emerging radar technologies, electronic protection techniques, and digital engineering methods.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to workforce development in radar engineering and system acquisition best practices.

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related STEM discipline.
• 2 years of direct experience in systems engineering, preferably within defense or aerospace domains.
• Active Secret Security Clearance is it required to start.
• Any additional requirements for position (limit this to only those that are specifically required-nice to haves should be listed in preferred qualifications section)
• Hands-on experience with test planning, execution, and verification/validation
• Proficiency in developing technical briefs and documentation
• Experience in requirements management and systems integration
• Familiarity with radar, electromagnetic warfare, or kinetic defeat technologies
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in engineering or related STEM field
• 10+ years supporting DoD weapon systems or programs
• Previous experience working within an Army Program Office
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in fast-paced, dynamic environments

Schedule: M-F; 8-5

Work Location: Onsite

Travel: Yes, up to 40%

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 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.

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