Test Engineer 1

starfish; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP participation

401(k) match

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Torch Technologies is seeking an Entry Level Test Analyst to join our team in Huntsville, AL. You will support Missile Defense System testing, analysis, and reporting across flight, ground, and simulation events. Collaboration with engineers and stakeholders is essential.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, U.S. citizenship, and an active Secret clearance, with familiarity in Tableau, SQL, and Python for data analysis and visualization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science or another technical discipline.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Active Secret security clearance.
• Familiarity with Tableau workbook development.
• Knowledge of SQL and Python for data analysis and visualization.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct system-level performance and interoperability analyses for flight test, ground test, and simulation events.
• Support pre-mission predictive analysis for expected system performance.
• Provide quick-look analyses during test execution and generate timely insights.
• Perform post-mission detailed analyses using multiple data sources.
• Develop data visualizations and reports using Tableau, SQL, and Python.
• Prepare test analysis documents and briefs for leadership.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Curiosity

Leadership potential

Customer interface

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical field

Tools

Tableau

SQL

Python

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 seeking an Entry Level Test Analyst to join our team and provide in-depth system performance and interoperability analysis supporting Missile Defense System (MDS) flight testing, ground testing, and simulation-based test events. This position supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Test Analysis and Reporting activity across all phases of system-level test execution, including pre-mission predictive analysis, on-site quick-look assessments, and post-mission detailed analysis.

As an Entry Level Test Analyst, your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:

• Conduct system-level performance and interoperability analyses for flight test, ground test, and simulation-based Missile Defense System (MDS) events.
• Support pre-mission predictive analysis activities to assess expected system performance and mission outcomes.
• Perform on-site quick-look analysis during test execution to provide timely insights and preliminary results.
• Conduct post-mission detailed analysis using multiple data sources to evaluate system performance and interoperability.
• Utilize existing and off-the-shelf tools, including data processing and visualization software, to analyze MDS test data.
• Develop data visualizations and reports using tools such as Tableau, SQL, and Python to support analysis and decision-making.
• Prepare test analysis documentation, test readiness briefs, quick-look reports, and detailed post-test analysis products.
• Collaborate with engineers, analysts, government stakeholders, and test teams to support integrated test planning and execution activities.
• Support reporting and briefing activities for senior leadership, ensuring clarity and accuracy of technical findings.
• Participate in a multi-disciplinary team environment supporting mission-critical test and evaluation efforts.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or another technical discipline. Accepting applications for candidates with projected graduation on December 2026
• Active Secret security clearance.
• Knowledge of or experience with Tableau workbook development.
• Familiarity with SQL and Python for data analysis and visualization.
• Strong curiosity, self-initiative, leadership potential, and customer interface skills.
• Ability to clearly communicate ideas and concepts both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Interest in systems analysis, test and evaluation, and data-driven performance assessment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to DoW test and evaluation environments.
• Experience supporting data analysis, systems engineering, or simulation-based testing.
• Familiarity with missile defense or aerospace systems.

Schedule: M-F; 8-5
Work Location: Onsite, Redstone Arsenal
Travel: Some travel may be required
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.

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.