Principal Systems Engineer

Freedom Real Estate; Bedford (MA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) match

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Torch Technologies is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer for onsite support at Hanscom AFB, Bedford, MA. You will work across the acquisition lifecycle, translating operational requirements into technical solutions while driving architecture and interoperability across the DoD Battle Network.

Active Top Secret clearance is required with potential for SCI later. The role emphasizes leadership, rigorous analysis, and collaboration with government leadership to deliver mission-critical

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree and 20+ years of experience with 12+ years of DoW related experience.
• Must have and be able to maintain an active Top Secret clearance and ability to get SCI later on.

Responsibilities

• Provide systems engineering support throughout the acquisition lifecycle including requirements analysis, architecture development, system integration, sustainment, and disposal activities.
• Translate operational requirements into technical requirements for Mission Integration Team activities.
• Develop integrated architectures and ensure interoperability across the DoD Battle Network enterprise.

Skills

Systems Engineering

DoD/USAF experience

SOA Architecture

Enterprise Architecture

Requirements Analysis

ICAM

Risk Assessment

Cloud-based Systems

Agile/DevSecOps

DoD Acquisition Process

Modeling & Analysis

Technical Documentation

Executive Briefing

Leadership

Tools

Military/DoD programs

Job description

Torch Technologies has an exciting opportunity for a **Principal Systems Engineer** providing support to the Command, Control, Communications, and Battle Management Division (C3BM).Command, Control, Communications, and Battle Management (C3BM) has been tasked with delivering an integrated Department of the Air Force (DAF) Battle Network providing resilient decision advantage and enabling the USAF, USSF, Joint, and Coalition Force to win against the pacing challenge. C3BM supports execution in many different focus areas. C3BM’s main efforts are Architecture and Systems Engineering (ASE), Operational Response Team (ORT), and multiple mission integration teams such as Air, Maritime, and multiple acquisitions consisting of both the Advanced Battle Management System (ABMS) and Space.The selected candidate will provide systems engineering support across the acquisition lifecycle and will be aligned to the Data Mission Integration Team (MIT). The MIT is responsible for translating operational requirements into technical solutions, developing integrated architectures, assessing risks, supporting acquisition execution strategies, and coordinating test and evaluation activities to ensure capabilities are delivered to operational users.This is a full-time position located at Hanscom AFB, Bedford, MA and is 100% onsite. As a **Principal Systems Engineer** your duties include, but are not limited to the following: * Provide systems engineering support throughout the acquisition lifecycle, including requirements analysis, architecture development, system integration, sustainment, and disposal activities.* Support Mission Integration Team (MIT) activities by translating operational and functional requirements into technical requirements.* Participate in architecture definition efforts to ensure integration and interoperability across the DAF Battle Network enterprise architecture.* Review current DoW architecture models and support development of future-state architectures that enable sensor-to-shooter connectivity.* Drive interoperability and integration efforts across Program Executive Offices (PEOs), weapon systems, and mission partners.* Conduct capability risk assessments and support development of mitigation strategies in coordination with stakeholders.* Support development of execution management strategies and transition capability requirements to the acquisition community.* Support development of test and evaluation strategies in coordination with acquisition and test organizations.* Capture and analyze current-state and future-state architectures driven by mission and engagement scenarios.* Engage with joint and coalition stakeholders to support development of integrated multi-domain architectures.* Document requirements for the DAF Battle Network (DBN) Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) environment.* Evaluate existing ICAM solutions across DBN programs against established requirements.* Identify preferred ICAM solutions and assess capability gaps against documented requirements.* Support development of Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) to address identified capability gaps.* Draft and maintain ICAM strategy documentation and support implementation activities across participating programs.* Support development of technical briefings, engineering documentation, reports, recommendations, and acquisition artifacts for Government leadership. **Required Qualifications:*** U.S. Citizenship* Bachelor's or Master's degree and 20+ years of experience with 12+ years of DoW related experience.* **Technical Skills** + Systems Engineering across the acquisition lifecycle + DoW and USAF systems engineering experience + System-of-Systems Architecture Development + Mission Integration and Enterprise Architecture + Requirements Development and Analysis + Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) + Risk Assessment and Mitigation Planning + Cloud-based systems, including management and projection of cost and performance + Agile methodologies, CI/CD, DevSecOps, and DevOps principles + Knowledge of systems acquisition and program management processes as defined in DoWI 5000.02 and DoWI 5000.75 + Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis + Technical Documentation and Executive Brief Development* **Interpersonal Skills** + Self-starter with the ability to work independently and deliver results with minimal oversight + Critical thinker capable of identifying issues and developing practical solutions + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills + Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment + Strong written and verbal communication skills + Ability to communicate technical concepts to senior leadership and stakeholders + Ability to proactively engage customers and provide well-developed recommendations + Strong organizational and leadership abilities* Must have and be able to maintain an active Top Secret level clearance and have the ability to get SCI later on. **Schedule:**M-F; 8-5**Work Location:** Hanscom AFB, Bedford, MA 100% Onsite**Travel:**Yes, customer discretion**Relocation Assistance Available:** No**Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract:** No**Salary Range** $150,000 - $165,000 The salary range information is a general guideline only. Several factors can influence the salary for a position including but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, geographic location, business considerations, scope and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. #LI-AH1 **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.