Junior Missile Modeling and Simulation Engineer

starfish; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP participation

401(k) match

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Flexible spending accounts

Health Saving Accounts

EAP

Education assistance

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Torch Technologies in Huntsville, AL seeks a Junior Missile Modeling and Simulation Engineer to design, implement, and validate advanced missile defense simulations. You will work with MATLAB/Simulink, C++, and Python to analyze GNC performance and support mission planning.

The role requires US citizenship, a related technical degree, 2+ years in the field, and the ability to obtain an active Secret clearance. Schedule is M-F, on-site at customer location with 0–10% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in missile modeling and simulation or a related field.
• Experience and/or coursework in GNC and/or controls theory.
• Proficiency in C++, Fortran, and/or MATLAB.
• US Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, integrate, and maintain high-fidelity missile models in MATLAB/Simulink, C++, Python.
• Analyze performance of GNC subsystems.
• Conduct trade studies to optimize missile designs.
• Validate models against flight test data and HWIL results.
• Support constructive and virtual simulations for mission planning and analysis.
• Collaborate with systems engineers and software developers.
• Document methodologies and results in reports.
• Present findings to government customers.

Skills

GNC concepts

Controls theory

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

C++

Fortran

MATLAB

US Citizenship

Education

Bachelor's Degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

C++

Fortran

MATLAB

Job description

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 a highly motivated Junior Missile Modeling and Simulation Engineer to contribute to the development and analysis of advanced missile defense simulations. This role involves designing, implementing, and validating complex simulations to assess system performance, inform design decisions, and support critical defense initiatives.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop, integrate, and maintain high-fidelity missile and sub-system models within various simulation environments (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, C++, Python).
• Perform detailed performance analysis of missile systems, especially guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) subsystems.
• Conduct trade studies and sensitivity analyses to optimize missile designs and identify key performance drivers.
• Validate simulation models against flight test data, hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) results, and other authoritative sources.
• Support the development and execution of constructive and virtual simulations for mission planning, concept development, and operational analysis.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including systems engineers, software developers, and subject matter experts.
• Document simulation methodologies, results, and findings in technical reports and presentations.
• Present technical findings to internal and external stakeholders, including government customers.

Job Qualifications:

• US Citizenship.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in missile modeling and simulation or a related field.
• Experience and/or coursework in GNC and/or controls theory.
• Proficiency in C++, Fortran, and/or MATLAB.
• Familiarity with missile defense systems, weapon system performance, or related defense technologies is highly desired.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Must possess an active Secret security clearance or be able to obtain one.

Schedule: M-F; 8-5

Work Location: Customer- site: No telework option available

Travel: Yes,0-10%

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.

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 [e-mail]. Thank you for your interest in Torch Technologies.