Modeling and Simulation Integration Engineer

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Job Title

Modeling and Simulation Integration Engineer

Location

Alabama - Huntsville - Huntsville, AL 35802 US (Primary)

Job Description

The Modeling and Simulation Integration Engineer will support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Engineering Directorate Modeling & Simulation (M&S) Office (DES) in assessing Missile Defense System (MDS) capabilities within a distributed Hardware-In-the-Loop (HWIL) simulation environment. This role focuses on Continuous Developmental Integration (CDI) activities, MDS Ground Test (GT) events, and MDS Flight Test support, providing hands-on integration and testing of MDA’s distributed software threat simulation within the Objective Simulation Framework (OSF).

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and operate OSF systems to support testing and integration activities.
• Conduct hardware/software/network integration, troubleshoot defects, and resolve HW/SW anomalies.
• Load and configure framework software, perform benchmark tests, and document results.
• Develop, execute, and report on test plans and test procedures in a HWIL lab environment.
• Support software testing, including scenario development and threat conversion for internal test requirements.
• Adhere to established processes, participate in document reviews, provide status updates, and collaborate across teams.
• Attend and present findings at working group meetings, coordination meetings, peer reviews, and technical interchange meetings.
• Primarily support operations at a local government facility, with potential travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations.

Job Requirements

 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, or Computer Science from an accredited university.
• Experience: 0  years of relevant experience.
• Security Clearance: SECRET clearance required (must obtain Interim SECRET within 30 days and maintain final active clearance).
• Hands-on experience with HWIL lab environments, including setup, configuration, and integration.
• Strong understanding of UNIX and Linux operating systems.
• Ability to work independently, communicate effectively, and function within a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with DoD Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS) programs, system test labs, and operational procedures.
• Prior Test and Evaluation (T&E) experience supporting Pre-Flight/Ground Testing.
• Experience with Test and Execution for the GMD System Trainer (GST).
• System Administration experience (Security and/or Linux certifications preferred).
• Familiarity with supporting System Engineering Requirements for exercises and new capabilities through working groups and Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs).

 

Job Type: Regular Full-time

Security Clearance: Secret

Schedule: M-F; 8-5 

Work Location: Customer site, on-site

Travel: yes,10-20%

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 contribution, 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. 

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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