Torch Technologies

Senior Modeling and Simulation (M&S) Software Engineer

Torch Technologies$110K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Bachelor's in computer science, engineering, or related field
  • 8+ years of progressive software engineering experience
  • Proficient in C++, FORTRAN, and Python
  • Strong leadership and team facilitation experience

Responsibilities

  • Lead development and integration of real-time modeling and simulation products
  • Design and develop tactical simulations with communication protocols
  • Support software integration and debug real-time simulations
  • Track bugs, issues, and requirements updates
  • Conduct analysis in various venues, including test ranges
  • Plan and coordinate team resources and schedules
  • Develop pre- and post-processing tools in MATLAB/Python

Benefits

  • ESOP participation
  • 401(k) match
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Education assistance and paid time off
Full Job Description
Torch Technologies is seeking a Senior Modeling and Simulation (M&S) Software Engineer to lead development, integration, execution, and analysis of real-time simulations in support of Army Integrated Air and Missile Defense (AIAMD) systems. The successful candidate will be a significant contributor to the technical effort while also leading a small team--planning resources and schedule to accomplish customer objectives. This position is located on Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama.

Job Responsibilities:
  • This job entails development, integration, execution, & analysis of real-time M&S products to support the U.S. Army in various lab and range venues including all-digital and Hardware in the Loop (HWIL) venues.
  • The successful candidate will design & develop simulations using tactical and simulation communication protocols.
  • The candidate will integrate simulation and tactical software changes into real-time simulations.
  • The candidate will track and resolve bugs, issues, and new capabilities.
  • The candidate will support integration, execution, debugging, and analysis in various venues including OEM facilities, government lab facilities, and test ranges.
  • The ideal candidate will maintain subject matter expertise in real-time M&S, AIAMD fire control, AIAMD interceptors, and AIAMD sensors/uplinkers. The successful candidate will plan and prioritize resources and schedule for the team.
  • Develop Virtual Engagement (VE) and other real-time simulations.
  • Integrate already-existing fire control, missile, C2 code bases into real-time simulations, and integrate these into larger system-of-system integrations.
  • Track, debug, and resolve bugs, issues, new requirements, updates, and other changes.
  • Plan, set priorities, and coordinate team resources.
  • Design, implement, test, and maintain real-time software simulation models in C++ and FORTRAN.
  • Travel to support the integration, operation, and analysis of real-time simulation models into Flight Test environments.
  • Develop pre- and post-processing tools in MATLAB/python to better work with and analyze the simulation inputs and outputs.
  • Coach, mentor, and develop team members.


Job Requirements:
  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, a related field or equivalent experience.
  • 8 or more years of applicable progressively complex software design engineering experience.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong understanding of software development lifecycles, methodologies, and best practices.
  • Experience leading technical teams and facilitating teamwork.
  • Significant experience with some or all of the following:
  • Modeling and Simulation
  • Realtime processing
  • 6DOF interceptor modeling
  • Patriot interceptors
  • AIAMD fire control
  • AIAMD sensors/uplinkers
  • Proficiency in C++, FORTRAN, Python, and MATLAB.
  • Familiarity with Python data science and plotting libraries (pandas, numpy, matplotlib.
  • Experience with build and meta-build systems such as Make and Meson.
  • Proficiency with Perforce, Gitlab and software configuration management best practices.
  • Familiarity with continuous integration tools and practices.
  • Experience supporting Test and Evaluation (T&E), including pre-flight and ground testing activities.
  • Analysis of simulation and live mission data.
  • Ability to read and understand design documents and Interface Control Diagrams (ICDs).
  • Ada experience also desired.
  • Must have an active secret clearance.


Schedule: M-F; 8-5

Work Location: Customer- site.

Travel: Yes,0-10%

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, 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.

About Torch Technologies

Torch Technologies is a defense and aerospace company that provides engineering, technology development, and programmatic support services to the Department of Defense, Missile Defense Agency, and other government agencies. The company's services include systems engineering, modeling and simulation, software development, test and evaluation, and program management. Torch Technologies was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama.
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