Systems Engineer

starfish; Eglin Air Force Base (FL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP participation

401(k) match

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Torch Technologies, a leading defense contractor, is seeking a Systems Engineer at Eglin AFB to lead safety analyses, develop safety artifacts, and advise leadership on safety requirements. This on-site role requires DoD experience and active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

You will collaborate across engineering, T&E, and logistics teams to integrate safety considerations throughout acquisition programs and support Air Force safety objectives.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in relevant discipline with 3+ years of experience OR
• Bachelor of Science in relevant discipline with 5+ years of experience.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required.
• ABET accredited engineering degree preferred for role.

Responsibilities

• Lead System Safety Program activities: hazard analysis and risk assessment.
• Oversee development and validation of system safety artifacts (SSHA, SAR, OSHA).
• Provide senior-level safety recommendations to support Air Force approvals.
• Ensure safety constraints are embedded in test plans and results.
• Maintain compliance with PWS security and information protection requirements.
• Mentor junior engineers in system-safety methodology and DoD standards.
• Interface with IPTs, OEMs, logistics, cybersecurity, and reliability teams.

Skills

System safety

Hazard analysis

Risk assessment

Leadership

Communication

Education

Master of Science in relevant discipline

Bachelor of Science in relevant discipline

ABET accredited engineering degree

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!

Systems Engineer at Eglin AFB

As a Systems Engineer your duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Lead System Safety Program activities providing senior technical guidance on hazard analysis, risk assessment, and system safety requirements.
• Oversee the development, review, and validation of system safety artifacts (e.g., SSHA, SAR, O&SHA, hazard logs, risk‑tracking documentation).
• Perform high‑complexity evaluations of OEM safety assessments, identifying analytical errors, validating probability models, and ensuring risks are accurately characterized—mirroring demonstrated duties such as detecting flawed OEM Risk Reduction Safety Assessments and correcting probability‑based risk rankings.
• Deliver senior‑level recommendations that support Air Force operational approvals, safety-policy decisions, and risk‑acceptance processes.
• Provide expert safety oversight for developmental and operational test events, ensuring ground tests, flight tests, interoperability tests, and reliability tests incorporate correct safety constraints and mitigations.
• Review T&E plans, procedures, and results for safety impacts and ensure alignment with program safety objectives and Air Force standards.
• Fulfill PWS-directed security requirements, including classified-material handling, SCI product management, and vault-access operations—as reflected in documented system-safety roles.
• Maintain strict compliance with PWS security and information‑protection requirements (classified product tracking, SCI event support, and secure‑facility procedures).
• Advise program leadership on safety risks and requirements across technology maturation, design reviews, test readiness, fielding decisions, sustainment activities, and configuration changes.
• Represent the program office in high‑visibility technical reviews, safety boards, and briefings to senior stakeholders.
• Partner with engineering, T&E organizations, configuration management, OEM partners, logistics, cybersecurity, reliability engineering, and operational units to ensure safety considerations are embedded throughout the acquisition process.
• Guide and mentor junior engineers in system-safety methodology, Air Force policy, and acquisition best practices

Required Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship
• Master of Science in relevant discipline and 3 years of relevant experience OR
• Bachelor of Science in relevant discipline and 5 years of relevant experience
• Must have and maintain an active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors and 20 years of relevant experience OR
• Masters and 15 years OR
• PHD and 5 years
• ABET accredited engineering degree
• Ability to define, plan, implement, and manage comprehensive system safety programs.
• Expertise in system safety engineering methods for electronic, electro‑mechanical, and mechanical armament systems.
• Knowledge of guidance and control systems, weapons fuzing, suspension and release equipment, and associated test equipment. Strong understanding of design requirements, hazard identification, and system safety implications.
• Ability to interpret technical requirements, specifications, and standards related to system safety, testing, operations, and logistics.
• Experience supporting test, flight, and operational readiness activities.
• Proficiency conducting or reviewing system safety analyses and supporting design trade‑off decisions.
• Ability to monitor and evaluate safety‑critical configuration changes.In‑depth knowledge of DoD munitions safety regulations and approval processes (e.g., USAF Nonnuclear Munitions Safety Board, USN Weapon Systems Explosive Safety Review Board).
• Familiarity with applicable standards such as MIL‑STD‑1316.
• Knowledge of AFI 63‑104 Aircraft Stores Compatibility Certification requirements.
• Experience developing and interpreting systems‑safety‑related acquisition documentation, including Systems Engineering Plans, System Safety Analyses, PESHE, and Life Cycle Sustainment Plans.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to technical and non‑technical stakeholders
• Effective collaboration in multidisciplinary IPT environments
• Ability to work independently on complex, ambiguous technical problems
• Professional judgment and decision‑making in support of senior leadership

Schedule: (M-F; 8-5)

Work Location: Onsite at Eglin AFB, FL

Travel: Yes, 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.

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