Data Analyst Engineer 2

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.

Key Responsibilities:

• 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.

• 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

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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