Systems Engineer 1

Torch Technologies is seeking an enthusiastic and mission-driven Systems Engineer I to support the PEO Aviation Engineering and Architecture Office at Redstone Arsenal. This entry-level position offers the opportunity to work under the mentorship of senior digital engineering leadership supporting Army Aviations transition to a fully integrated digital engineering environment.

The selected candidate will contribute to enterprise efforts in model-based systems engineering (MBSE) digital thread development AI/ML integration and modular open system architectures (MOSA). This role is ideal for an early-career engineer with strong foundational skills and a desire to grow in a high-impact fast-paced defense acquisition environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of digital engineering activities across the acquisition lifecycle including requirements analysis modeling and data integration.
• Assist in applying MBSE tools and methods (e.g. Cameo SysML) to support program office use cases such as architecture modeling risk analysis and traceability.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of digital threads and digital twins in support of sustainment and system modernization.
• Leverage AI/ML tools and automation to improve documentation workflows and accelerate the generation of engineering artifacts.
• Engage with program offices to identify digital engineering capability gaps and recommend solutions aligned with acquisition strategies.
• Coordinate knowledge-sharing efforts through communities of practice technical documentation and cross-functional collaboration.
• Review DoD and Army-level digital engineering policies contributing to internal assessments and implementation strategies.
• Participate in industry engagement and tool evaluation to support enterprise engineering and architecture modernization.

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Engineering or a related STEM field.
• Exposure to digital engineering or systems engineering practices through internships coursework or hands-on experience.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g. Python Java C).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A current DoD Secret security clearance is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with MBSE tools (e.g. Cameo Enterprise Architect) SysML/UML or architecture frameworks (e.g. DoDAF/UAF).
• Understanding of Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) and its role in aviation and defense acquisition.
• Experience with AI/ML libraries such as PyTorch TensorFlow or Scikit-learn.
• Exposure to Army or DoD acquisition programs and lifecycle processes.
• Experience supporting knowledge management or professional communities in technical domains.
• Completion of DAU courses such as Digital Engineering for DoD Consumers or Fundamentals of System Acquisition Management.

U.S. Citizenship Required for this Position:Yes

Job Type:Regular Full-time

Security Clearance: Secret

Schedule:M-F; 8-5

Work Location:Redstone Arsenal Huntsville AL

Travel:0-10%

Relocation Assistance Available:No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract:No

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 and safe-harbor contributionmedical 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.

Torch Technologies is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer making decisions without regard to race color religion creed sex sexual orientation gender identity marital status national origin age veteran status disability or any other protected class.

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