Mission-Critical Data Analyst & Scientist — AI-Driven Analytics

Torch Technologies, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP participation

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Flexible spending accounts

Health Savings Accounts

EAP

Education assistance

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Torch Technologies is seeking a Data Analyst / Data Scientist to join a team delivering advanced data processing, workflow automation, visualization, and analytics for the Missile Defense Agency. You will analyze data, build dashboards, and develop ETL pipelines using Python, SQL, and Alteryx.

The role supports MDA digital engineering initiatives, requires U.S. citizenship, and offers ESOP participation and comprehensive benefits. Onsite in Huntsville, AL with some travel.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in data engineering, data analytics, business intelligence, or a related technical field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
• Proficiency with Python and common data science libraries and frameworks.
• Demonstrated experience developing automated data processing and workflow solutions.
• Experience with relational databases and data storage technologies, including SQL Server, PostgreSQL, SQLite, and file-based formats such as Parquet.
• Experience developing data pipelines, ETL processes, and automation solutions using Python, Alteryx, or similar tools.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and communicate technical concepts to technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated data ingestion, staging, transformation, and processing workflows supporting Missile Defense System test and performance analysis.
• Build and maintain scalable dashboards and visual analytics products using Tableau and similar visualization platforms.
• Integrate and process data from diverse sources, including relational databases, structured and semi-structured files, and emerging data repositories.
• Collaborate with analysts, engineers, and subject matter experts to develop analytical solutions that improve operational insight and decision‑making.
• Develop and optimize ETL/ELT processes using Python, SQL, Alteryx, and related technologies.
• Support the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities into analytics platforms and visualization environments.
• Apply software development best practices, including testing, documentation, configuration management, and code quality standards.
• Work within cross-functional engineering teams to deliver scalable, maintainable, and mission‑focused data solutions.

Skills

Python

SQL

ETL

Tableau

Alteryx

Data analytics

Machine learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering/Math/Info Systems

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Tableau

Alteryx

Docker

Kubernetes

SQL Server

PostgreSQL

SQLite

Job description

Torch Technologies is seeking a Data Analyst / Data Scientist to join a team delivering advanced data processing, workflow automation, visualization, and analytics for the Missile Defense Agency. You will analyze data, build dashboards, and develop ETL pipelines using Python, SQL, and Alteryx.

The role supports MDA digital engineering initiatives, requires U.S. citizenship, and offers ESOP participation and comprehensive benefits. Onsite in Huntsville, AL with some travel.