Senior Weapons and Tactics Analyst
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 role serves as the lead tactical authority for Air Force multi-domain operations with a focus on Electronic Warfare (EW) integration. You will provide expert-level guidance on tactics development, mission planning, and threat assessment, leveraging graduate-level Weapons Instructor Course (WIC) training and advanced operational certifications. As the primary advisor to commanders and joint mission planners, you will guide the employment of Air Force weapon systems, tactical data links, and sensor integration to achieve mission success in high-threat environments. This position supports the Air Force Weapons effort at Robins AFB, GA.
Responsibilities
- Provides senior-level tactical expertise in support of Air Force missions with emphasis on Electronic Warfare (EW) integration.
- Supports tactics development, mission planning, and threat assessments while advising leadership on the optimal employment of Air Force weapon systems and sensors.
- Applies extensive operational experience and advanced tactical certifications to train, evaluate, and support operational units in exercises and real-world operations.
- Contributes to the development and refinement of TTPs (Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures) in alignment with Air Force doctrine.
- Employs Air Force Tactical Data Links (Link-16, JTIDS) in operational scenarios across multiple mission types.
- Conducts detailed threat assessments and provides recommendations for EW-enabled mission success.
- Participates in Red Flag, Green Flag, and other large-scale training events, integrating EW capabilities into operational plans.
- Supports mentorship and training of junior tactics personnel.
Requirements
- US Citizenship
- Master's Degree in an applicable discipline (Bachelor's degree in an applicable discipline with additional years of experience may be counted in lieu of graduate degree).
- Graduate of the Weapons Instructor Course (WIC) with patch.
- 10+ years of applicable experience in tactical data links, mission planning tools, and EW system employment.
- Ability to develop and execute mission plans integrating sensors and weapon systems.
- Strong collaborative skills for working with joint and coalition partners.
- Experience in Air Force weapons and tactics roles.
- Participation in multiple joint exercises and at least one operational deployment.
- Proven record in supporting tactics development and execution in EW-enabled missions.
- Active Top Secret/SCI clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in an applicable discipline.
- 12 years of applicable experience.
Schedule
Determined at the discretion of customers.
Location
Onsite at Warner Robins AFB, GA.
Travel
Yes, 10-20%.
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