Job Description:
Torch Technologies, a 100% employee-owned company dedicated to providing superior research, development, and engineering services, is seeking an intermediate-level engineer for a Data Analyst position. This role focuses on developing and analyzing advanced algorithms, performing data reduction, and interpreting data from real-time optical sensor platforms. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of both independent and collaborative work. The position includes hands-on opportunities with land, sea, and air-based sensors in both lab and field test environments.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant software design and data analysis experience.
• Proficiency in MATLAB, Java, C++, and Python.
• Strong foundation in software engineering principles, algorithm development, and data modeling.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a final security clearance (U.S. Citizenship required).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced degree in Physics, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in algorithm development and/or data analysis.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas:
• Multi-object detection, association, state estimation, and tracking.
• Multi-camera geometry and image calibration.
• Data fusion, filtering, and sensor data integration.
• Deep understanding of probability, statistics, and machine learning concepts.
• Familiarity with compiler development, operating systems, and low-level programming is a plus.
  U.S. Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes
  Job Type: Full time
  Security Clearance: Secret
  Schedule: 40 hours per week
  Work Location: Huntsville, Alabama
  Travel: 0-10%
  Relocation Assistance Available: No
  Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

• Design, develop, troubleshoot, and analyze software programs for computer-based systems.
• Perform systems modeling, simulation, and data analysis to improve system performance.
• Develop and test advanced algorithms for sensor data processing.
• Conduct statistical analysis and interpret complex datasets using quantitative methods.
• Research and develop new analysis techniques to improve quality and efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and research teams.
• Advise hardware engineers on machine characteristics that influence software systems, such as processing speed, memory, and I/O constraints.
• Provide input for documentation of new or existing software and analytical tools.
• Present findings and recommendations clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.