CUAS System Engineer

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Job Title

CUAS System Engineer

Location

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

Job Description

Join a mission-critical team at the forefront of defense innovation. As a CUAS System Engineer, you will be instrumental in protecting national security by helping design, develop, and integrate cutting-edge technologies that detect, track, and mitigate threats from rogue drones. Your work will directly contribute to safeguarding airspace integrity and protecting critical infrastructure across military and civilian domains.

Responsibilities:

• Analyzeexisting systems and define, designand developnew system requirements
• Provide technical oversight and systems engineering support across all phases of the program lifecycle, from concept development through deployment.
• Review, analyze, and manage system requirements and capabilities. Support development of ICDs, CDDs, CPDs, CONOPs, and other acquisition documentation.
• Plan, prepare, and execute system validation and verification activities. Analyze performance data and document test results under diverse operational and environmental conditions.
• Lead efforts to integrate CUAS and other defense technologies into existing systems, ensuring operational interoperability and mission effectiveness.
• Prepare technical documentation including Systems Engineering Plans, Risk Management Plans, trade studies, and system performance assessments.
• Provide expert technical recommendations, participate in engineering IPTs, and support program reviews, technology readiness assessments, and configuration audits.
• Analyze threat intelligence and emerging technologies to support capability development and risk mitigation strategies.
• Develop and deliver briefings, decision papers, and technical reports for internal and external stakeholders, including military leadership and acquisition authorities.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, a related field or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years direct experience in systems engineering, preferably in defense or aerospace
• Active DoDsecret security clearance
• Hands-on experience with test planning, execution, and verification/validation
• Proficiency in developing technical briefs and documentation
• Experience in requirements management and systems integration
• Familiarity with radar, electromagnetic warfare, or kinetic defeat technologies
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in engineering or related STEM field
• 10+ years supporting DoD weapon systems or programs
• Previous experience working within an Army Program Office
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in fast-paced, dynamic environments

U.S. Citizenship Required for this Position:Yes

Job Type:Regular Full-time

Security Clearance:Secret

Schedule:M-F; 8-5

Work Location:Huntsville, AL

Travel:0-15%

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.

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