F-16 Operations Suitability Analyst (mid-level)

Torch Technologies Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading employee-owned defense company as an F-16 Operations Suitability Analyst. In this mid-level role, you will be integral to enhancing the performance and safety of the F-16 aircraft. Collaborate with engineers to develop advanced capabilities, conduct testing, and analyze data. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to national defense while working in a dynamic team environment. With a commitment to excellence and a supportive culture, this innovative firm provides a stable workplace and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an ideal place for passionate professionals to thrive.

Benefits

ESOP participation

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Education assistance

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in engineering or operations suitability analyst capacity.
• Active SECRET clearance and U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Support test planning, execution, and reporting phases for F-16 operations.
• Collect data and assess system effectiveness during testing.

Skills

F-16 avionics/weapons development

Test planning

Data collection and analysis

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Excel

Technical writing

Effective communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a technical discipline

Associate's Degree

Tools

Databases

Flight test programs

Job description

F-16 Operations Suitability Analyst (mid-level) - (6731)

Thank you for your interest in Torch Technologies. We’re an award-winning, 100% employee-owned company based in Huntsville, Alabama. Recognized as a top 100 defense company, we’re dedicated to supporting our nation’s military. Our guiding principle, “Lighting the Pathway of Freedom,” reflects our commitment to excellence, cooperation, integrity, and reliability.

Join Torch and be a part of shaping the future!

Job Title: F-16 Operations Suitability Analyst (mid-level)

Location: Florida - Eglin Air Force Base - Eglin AFB, FL 32542 US (Primary)

Job Description: Torch Technologies is currently seeking a skilled and experienced Suitability Analyst to join our dynamic team developing and enhancing the F-16 aircraft. As an F-16 Suitability Analyst, you will play a vital role, ensuring its optimal performance and safety.

This position requires a highly motivated individual. The successful candidate will assist the F-16 OFP CTF at Eglin AFB, FL as part of a highly skilled integrated product team to develop and test new Radar, datalinks, advanced sensors, and advanced weapon combat capabilities for the F-16CM.

Responsibilities:

1. Provides support to Program Engineers and Test Engineers during the test planning, execution, and reporting phases of each OFP CTF developmental and operational test.
2. Participates in test execution, data collection in assessing systems effectiveness and system suitability during test reporting.
3. Assists in the development of data collection forms and logs, coordination with aircraft maintenance personnel, and other suitability planning tasks.
4. Populates databases to ensure robust, secure, and responsive data control and evaluation capability.
5. Works with F-16 Maintenance and Test Engineers to create required data products for test reporting and coordinates efforts across test planning, execution, and reporting activities.

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's Degree in a technical discipline and 8-10 years of experience in an engineering or operations suitability analyst capacity is required. Six years of applicable technical experience may be substituted for the BS Degree or four years' experience with an Associate's Degree.
2. Active SECRET clearance is required (investigation within the last five years). Must be a U.S. Citizen.
3. Knowledge of flight line F-16 avionics/weapons development systems, and practical system experience.
4. Experience in performing F-16 aircraft maintenance debriefing, collecting flight data and populating databases.
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Access and Excel is required.
6. Experience in test planning, test execution and test reporting for flight test programs is required.
7. Must be a self-motivated expert able to take responsibility for identifying, organizing, coordinating, and executing necessary tasks leading to the successful accomplishment of assigned duties.
8. Must have a demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of an integrated test team.
9. Must be able to effectively communicate orally and possess technical writing skills to provide maintenance.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience in test design, data collection, data analysis and creating test plans/reports for fighter flight test programs.
2. Experience in tracking, reporting and reviewing hardware and software failures for advanced aircraft systems.
3. Experience in efficiently conveying maintenance information to system engineers and pilots.
4. Experience in reviewing new technical orders and submitting changes to correct errors in the documents.

U.S. Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Job Type: Regular Full-time

Security Clearance: Secret

Schedule: (M-F; 8-5)

Travel: yes - 10%

Relocation Assistance Available: N/A

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

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 and safe-harbor contribution, 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.

Torch Technologies is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class.