Principal Systems Engineer

Torch Technologies, Inc.; Lincoln (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

ESOP participation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Torch Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to provide support at Hanscom AFB, MA. This role involves systems engineering across the acquisition lifecycle, translating operational requirements into solutions, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's or Master's Degree and 20+ years of relevant experience, including systems engineering within the DoD.

The position requires a U.S. Citizenship, an active Top Secret clearance, and offers a competitive salary range of $140,000 - $160,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• 20+ years of experience including 12+ years in DoW related roles.
• Experience in Systems Engineering across the acquisition lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Provide systems engineering support across the acquisition lifecycle.
• Translate operational requirements into technical solutions.
• Conduct capability risk assessments and support development of strategies.

Skills

Acquisition Lifecycle Systems Engineering

Critical Thinking

Strong Analytical Skills

Agile Methodologies

Cloud-based Systems Management

Risk Assessment

Communication Skills

System-of-Systems Architecture Development

Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM)

Technical Documentation

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree

Job description

Principal Systems Engineer

Providing support to the Command, Control, Communications, and Battle Management Division (C3BM) at Hanscom AFB, MA.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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 DoD 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 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.

Job Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree and 20+ years of experience with 12+ years of DoW related experience.
• Systems Engineering across the acquisition lifecycle
• DoW and USAF systems engineering experience
• 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
• 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
• Must have and be able to maintain an active Top Secret level clearance with the ability to obtain an SCI.

Schedule

(M-F; 8-5)

Work Location

Onsite at Hanscom AFB, MA

Travel

0-15%

Relocation Assistance

No

Salary Range

$140,000 - $160,000

Benefits

Torch Technologies offers 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Reasonable Accommodation for Disabilities

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 the application process.