Junior Radar Engineer

Torch Technologies, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

ESOP participation

Job summary

Torch Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Junior Radar Engineer in Huntsville, AL, to support the Tactical Missile Systems team. This role offers mentorship opportunities alongside a senior engineer, focusing on software models and radar simulations.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics, and at least 3 years of relevant experience with software development and RF phenomenology. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to obtain security clearance are essential. Join us to support our mission of 'Lighting the Pathway of Freedom'!

Qualifications

• US Citizenship is required.
• 3+ years experience (or equivalent) in relevant fields.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Integrate RF software models into a C++ simulation framework.
• Develop math and physics-based models for RF phenomenology.
• Create MATLAB and Python scripts for analyzing radar system performance.

Skills

Software development

Modeling and simulation

Radar systems

RF phenomenology

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline

Tools

MATLAB

C++

Python

Fortran

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 currently seeking a Junior Radar Engineer to support the Tactical Missile Systems team on Redstone Arsenal. This position offers a unique mentorship opportunity to work alongside a senior radar engineer. The ideal candidate will be a motivated self‑starter with a foundational understanding of electromagnetic physics who is eager to learn how to develop, integrate, and analyze software models and simulations of radars and RF phenomenology.

Job Duties

• Integrate vendor‑supplied RF software models into a common C++ simulation framework and scene generation environment.
• Develop and implement math and physics‑based models for RF phenomenology (e.g., RCS, environmental clutter, signal propagation, and antenna patterns).
• Develop and execute MATLAB and Python analysis scripts to evaluate signal processing algorithms, RF component models, and integrated radar system performance.

Job Requirements

• US Citizenship.
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or a related technical discipline.
• 3+ years experience (or equivalent academic/project experience) with software development, modeling and simulation, radar systems, RF phenomenology, and/or data analysis.
• Experience using MATLAB, C++, Python, Fortran, or other programming languages to solve mathematical problems, analyze datasets, or model physical systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as an individual.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience effectively communicating complex topics.
• A strong interest or foundational experience in radar systems, electromagnetics theory, or digital signal processing.
• Experience developing and executing statistical studies (e.g., Monte Carlo analysis) using MATLAB or Python.

Schedule

M-F; 8-5

Work Location

Customer‑site

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.

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.

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.