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Test Engineer 1

Posted 2 days ago

OfficeHuntsville, AL

Torch Technologies

Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are 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 War. 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 sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: “Lighting the Pathway of Freedom”. And, as a Certified Evergreen ESOP, we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!


Torch Technologies is seeking an Entry Level Test Analyst to join our team and provide in-depth system performance and interoperability analysis supporting Missile Defense System (MDS) flight testing, ground testing, and simulation-based test events. This position supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Test Analysis and Reporting activity across all phases of system-level test execution, including pre-mission predictive analysis, on-site quick-look assessments, and post-mission detailed analysis.



As an Entry Level Test Analyst, your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:


  • Conduct system-level performance and interoperability analyses for flight test, ground test, and simulation-based Missile Defense System (MDS) events.
  • Support pre-mission predictive analysis activities to assess expected system performance and mission outcomes.
  • Perform on-site quick-look analysis during test execution to provide timely insights and preliminary results.
  • Conduct post-mission detailed analysis using multiple data sources to evaluate system performance and interoperability.
  • Utilize existing and off-the-shelf tools, including data processing and visualization software, to analyze MDS test data.
  • Develop data visualizations and reports using tools such as Tableau, SQL, and Python to support analysis and decision-making.
  • Prepare test analysis documentation, test readiness briefs, quick-look reports, and detailed post-test analysis products.
  • Collaborate with engineers, analysts, government stakeholders, and test teams to support integrated test planning and execution activities.
  • Support reporting and briefing activities for senior leadership, ensuring clarity and accuracy of technical findings.
  • Participate in a multi-disciplinary team environment supporting mission-critical test and evaluation efforts.



Qualifications


  • U.S. Citizenship.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or another technical discipline. Accepting applications for candidates with projected graduation on December 2026
  • Active Secret security clearance.
  • Knowledge of or experience with Tableau workbook development.
  • Familiarity with SQL and Python for data analysis and visualization.
  • Strong curiosity, self-initiative, leadership potential, and customer interface skills.
  • Ability to clearly communicate ideas and concepts both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Interest in systems analysis, test and evaluation, and data-driven performance assessment.

Preferred Qualifications


  • Exposure to DoW test and evaluation environments.
  • Experience supporting data analysis, systems engineering, or simulation-based testing.
  • Familiarity with missile defense or aerospace systems.



Schedule: M-F; 8-5
Work Location: Onsite, Redstone Arsenal
Travel: Some travel may be required
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.  

 

 

Applying to Torch Technologies: 

 

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check. 

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.  Torch Technologies, Inc. participates in E-Verify. 

 

 

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Careers Link as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to [email protected]. Thank you for your interest in Torch Technologies. 

About Starfish

Founded in October 2002, Torch is a 100% employee-owned business headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama. Our commitment to our employee-owners results in a retention rate well over 90% and helps ensure our customers experience a stable work force. Torch has received national and local recognition for our business performance, workplace environment, and ethical business practices. In 2021, Torch ranked on the Inc. 5000 list for the fifteenth consecutive year. Torch was also named one of the Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services for the sixth consecutive year by Great Place to Work, and Great Place to Work and Fortune named Torch one of the country’s Best Workplaces for Millennials for the third time. Torch was also recognized as the ESOP Company of the Year by the New South Chapter of The ESOP Association for a second time. Torch was a recipient of the James S. Cogswell Outstanding Industrial Security Achievement Award by the DCSA. Washington Technology listed Torch in its “Top 100” Government Contractors ranking for the seventh consecutive year, and Bloomberg Government listed Torch in its annual “Top 200” ranking for the fifth consecutive year. Torch was also selected for a Colorado Springs Business Journal “Best in Business” award for the second consecutive year. In 2020, Torch became the only four-time recipient of the Better Business Bureau’s Torch Award for Business Ethics in North Alabama. Great Place to Work named Torch one of the country’s Best Workplaces for Parents, and Torch was selected for a Colorado Springs Business Journal “Best in Business” award. In 2019, Torch was ranked on the Entrepreneur 360 list for the third consecutive year. In 2018, Great Place to Work and Fortune magazine named Torch a Best Medium Workplace for the third consecutive year. Torch was also named a winner of the 2018 Best Places to Work in Huntsville award for the fifth time. For more information, visit www.TorchTechnologies.com

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