Software Analyst: Multiple Levels

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 with over 1200 employee-owners. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of Defense. 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 multiple Software Analyst to supports the analysis, assessment, and evaluation of software and firmware used in DoD missile defense systems, command and control (C2BMC) systems, radar platforms, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), THAAD, and other mission- and safety-critical defense systems. This role focuses on software integrity, technical analysis, lifecycle support, and risk identification across complex, distributed, and embedded system environments.

Positions are available across Levels I-V, with responsibilities, technical depth, and leadership expectations aligned to experience and grade.

Key Responsibilities (All Levels):

• Perform software and firmware analysis across requirements, design, implementation, and test phases.
• Analyze software behavior, interfaces, and data flows within complex systems and systems-of-systems.
• Support assessment of software integrity, reliability, performance, and risk.
• Evaluate software compliance with program, safety, cybersecurity, and quality requirements.
• Review software and firmware artifacts for completeness, correctness, and traceability.
• Support system integration, verification, and validation activities.
• Document technical findings, risks, and recommendations.
• Collaborate with systems, software, firmware, test, cybersecurity, and program teams.
• Support technical reviews, audits, and program milestones.

Level-Specific Expectations:

Software Analyst I

• Entry-level position.
• Supports analysis tasks under supervision.
• Assists with artifact reviews, data analysis, and documentation.
• Gains familiarity with DoD systems, missile defense concepts, and embedded software.

Software Analyst II

• Performs analysis tasks with limited supervision.
• Independently reviews software and firmware artifacts.
• Contributes to issue identification, tracking, and resolution.
• Participates in system and software technical discussions.

Software Analyst III

• Performs complex software and firmware analysis independently.
• Leads analysis efforts for subsystems or functions.
• Interfaces with program stakeholders and engineering teams.
• Mentors junior analysts as needed.

Software Analyst IV

• Senior-level technical contributor.
• Leads analysis across multiple subsystems or programs.
• Provides subject matter expertise in missile systems, C2BMC, radars, UAVs, or firmware.
• Supports major reviews, integration events, and customer engagements.

Software Analyst V

• Principal or expert-level role.
• Defines analysis strategies, methods, and best practices.
• Provides technical leadership across programs and domains.
• Advises program leadership and customers on software risk, architecture, and integrity.
• Drives continuous improvement and technical excellence.

Required Qualifications (All Levels):

• US Citizenship.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field.
• 0-10 years applicable software design engineering experience.
• Experience or academic background in software analysis, software engineering, firmware, or embedded systems.
• Understanding of software development lifecycles and system integration concepts.
• Strong analytical and documentation skills.
• Active DoD security clearance or ability to obtain one.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting DoD missile systems, THAAD, C2BMC, radar systems, UAVs, or similar defense platforms.
• Experience with embedded software and firmware development or analysis.
• Familiarity with real-time systems, distributed systems, or command and control architectures.
• Experience with DoD standards and processes (e.g., MIL-STD-882, MIL-STD-498, IEEE standards).

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail in mission- and safety-critical environments.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to adapt to multiple programs and evolving requirements.

Work Environment:

• Customer Site.
• Cross-functional collaboration with program and engineering teams.
• Occasional travel may be required to support program activities.

Schedule:M-F; 8-5

Work Location: Customer- site

Travel:Yes, 0-10%

Relocation Assistance Available: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 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.

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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