Lead Systems Design Engineer

About the Role

Torch Technologies is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Systems Design Engineer to lead the design, development, and integration of complex systems for various defense and aerospace applications. This role requires a strong technical background, leadership capabilities, and a commitment to delivering innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the entire system design lifecycle, from concept definition and requirements analysis to architecture development, detailed design, and integration.
• Translate high-level operational requirements into detailed system specifications, functional requirements, and design documentation.
• Conduct trade studies and analyses to evaluate various design alternatives and recommend optimal solutions considering performance, cost, schedule, and risk.
• Develop and maintain system block diagrams, interface control documents, and other design artifacts.
• Perform system modeling, simulation, and analysis to predict system behavior and performance.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, hardware engineers, test engineers, and project managers.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Participate in design reviews, technical interchange meetings, and customer presentations.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks throughout the system development process.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards, regulations, and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship.
• Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline, with 8+ years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of experience.
• Proven experience in leading the design and development of complex systems, preferably within the defense or aerospace industry.
• Expertise in system architecture definition, requirements management, and verification/validation processes.
• Proficiency in system design tools and methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to perform trade-off analyses and make sound technical decisions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively present complex technical information to diverse audiences.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Experience with various system integration and test methodologies.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Clearance.

Schedule

Monday – Friday; 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Work location is on the customer site. Travel is required at 0–10%. Relocation assistance is not available. The position is not contingent upon award of contract.

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.