Mission Systems/Navigation SME Engineer

Torch Technologies is a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County, headquartered in Huntsville, AL. 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 is “Lighting the Pathway of Freedom.” As a Certified Evergreen ESOP, we are committed to growing and sustaining our company for the next 100 years.

About the role

This position provides expert-level support in military aircraft avionics integration, navigation systems, mission planning software, and navigation database qualification. The role supports key Army aviation programs and other government agencies, offering both technical expertise and corporate guidance on aviation contracts, program strategy, and business development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support integration of military aircraft avionics and navigation systems.
• Provide subject matter expertise in M-code GPS, INS/EGI, Doppler sensors, TACAN, and VOR/ILS systems.
• Support development and implementation of Performance Based Navigation (PBN) capabilities, including GATM, CNS/ATM, RNP RNAV, RNP-.3/1/5, and P-RNAV/B-RNAV.
• Contribute to mission or flight management system architecture, requirements, and development activities.
• Support Army mission planning software applications, updates, and integration efforts.
• Develop and/or review Navigation Database Qualification (NDQ) and Data Quality Requirements (DQR).
• Conduct system-level analysis, testing, and validation of navigation and mission systems.
• Coordinate with engineering teams, program leadership, and customers to address technical issues and ensure compliance with program requirements.
• Prepare technical documentation, briefings, and status reports for leadership and stakeholders.
• Provide corporate guidance and subject matter expertise on aircraft maintenance, programmatic strategy, and new contracts within aviation domains (Logistics, Programmatic, Technical).
• Develop and support business opportunities with Other Government Agencies (OGA), including US Air Force “Big Safari”, CBP, FBI, DOS, and other aviation programs.
• Contribute to request for proposal (RFP) responses, capturing strategies, and corporate-level planning for aviation contracts.
• Support and conduct Program Management Reviews and provide insights on programmatic, technical, and operational matters.
• Develop and update operational manuals and guidance documents, such as Flight and Ground Operations manuals.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship
• Master’s degree in Engineering or a related field; 12+ years of experience in mission systems, navigation systems, or avionics engineering. OR Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field; 15+ years of experience in mission systems, navigation systems, or avionics engineering.
• Active Secret Clearance
• Strong expertise in military aircraft avionics integration.
• Hands-on experience with military aircraft navigation systems, including:
  • M-code GPS
  • INS/EGI systems
  • Doppler nav sensors
  • TACAN and VOR/ILS radios
• Knowledge of Performance Based Navigation (PBN) standards (GATM, CNS/ATM, RNP RNAV, RNP-.3/1/5, P-RNAV/B-RNAV).
• Experience with mission or flight management system development.
• Familiarity with Army mission planning software applications and workflows.
• Experience developing or reviewing navigation database qualification and data quality requirements.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Work Location: Huntsville, AL
• Travel: 0–20%

Benefits

• ESOP participation
• 401(k) match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Education assistance
• Paid time off and holidays