Modeling and Simulation 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 supports development of a tactical air-to-ground missile system through simulation analysis and model verification and validation (V&V) for the Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM). Responsibilities include simulation execution to analyze system performance, developing models and analysis tools, algorithm testing and analysis, and pre-flight and post-flight test support. A well-suited applicant will be a self-motivated individual capable of working independently and within a multi-disciplinary team with contractors and government employees. Experience with flight dynamics, tactical missile systems, RF phenomenology, target signatures, and modeling and simulation techniques is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute simulation runs, analyze results, identify trends, and provide insights to inform system design and performance optimization.
• Provide preflight analysis to reduce risk, on-site test support to evaluate performance, and postflight analysis to validate simulation models.
• Design, develop, and implement high-fidelity models and simulations using various software tools and programming languages (e.g., MATLAB, Python, C++).
• Validate and verify models and simulations against real-world data and experimental results, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
• Develop and maintain documentation for models, simulations, and analysis methodologies.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including software engineers, systems engineers, and subject matter experts, to integrate models into larger system architectures.
• Present technical findings and recommendations to internal teams and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• US Citizenship.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 2+ years of experience in modeling and simulation, preferably within the defense or aerospace industry.
• Knowledge of six degrees of freedom simulations, Monte-Carlo techniques, verification/validation of models, tactical missile sensors, control systems, aerodynamics, propulsion systems, test planning and execution, and configuration management.
• Experience with MATLAB, C++, Python, or other programming languages.
• Familiarity with Linux is preferred.
• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.
• No telework option available; work location is customer-site.
• Travel: 0–10%.

Benefits

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