DTS SimStim Linux Systems Operator

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. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. 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 a DTS SimStim Linux Systems Operator to join a team providing daily training opportunities for Warfighters by operating the Distributed Training System Simulation & Stimulation (DTS Sim/Stim) that interfaces with the Command and Control Battle Management and Communications system (C2BMC), Ground Based Mid-course Defense (GMD) Systems Trainer (GST), and the Missile Defense Space & Warning Tool (MDST). This position supports missile defense and space awareness training events for the Missile Defense Agency (MDA), the Warfighter, and other missile defense and space stakeholders.

As a DTS SimStim Linux Systems Operator, your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating configuration of the SimStim system for Warfighter training.

• Starting and stopping training events with Warfighters.

• Performing daily activities with DTS teammates operating C2BMC, GST, MDST, and other internal and external elements, as required.

• Recording all operations in an event log and maintaining consistent metrics.

• Loading, configuring, and troubleshooting various Modeling & Simulation components within the DTS Sim/Stim enclave.

• Working closely with a mission-focused team that plans, conducts, and supports missile defense and space awareness training events.

• Participating in training events that feature Warfighter Operator-In-The-Loop (OITL) participation as a role-player to promote realism during training.

• Supporting developmental missile defense and space system elements or simulations.

• Adapting to changing situations and overcoming obstacles in support of mission requirements.

• Supporting shift work, including day and night shift operations, as required to meet Warfighter training needs.

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship.

• Associate Degree in Computer Science, a related field or equivalent experience AND 0+ years of related experience

• Active Secret Clearance

• Ability to learn to operate a Linux-based system.

• Ability to adapt to short-term deadlines and work well under pressure.

• Ability to communicate effectively with multiple organizations using a broad spectrum of tools and communicate complex concepts, issues, and status to senior contractor and government leadership.

• Ability to support shift work as required.

• Final Secret Security Clearance required to access classified information. Inability to maintain a security clearance will result in the candidate being ineligible to support this position.

• Security+ certification or the ability to obtain the certification within 60 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of missile defense and space awareness concepts of operation, tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), and Integrated Air & Missile Defense (IAMD) systems.

• Knowledge of networks, protocols, and RHEL commands to troubleshoot various interfaces within and external to the DTS Sim/Stim enclave.

Schedule: Day shift operates Monday - Friday from 0800 - 1700 on a 9/80 work schedule.

Position requires the ability to support shift work as required.

Work Location: Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado

Travel: Yes, up to 10% for operator training or site visits to various locations.

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

Salary Range - Colorado:$76,000-$83,000
The salary range information is a general guideline only. Several factors can influence the salary for a position including but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, geographic location, business considerations, scope and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate's qualifications such as relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications.

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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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