Chief Scientist - Integrated Vehicle Systems & Diagnostics

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Job Title

Chief Scientist - Integrated Vehicle Systems & Diagnostics

Location

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

Job Description

Torch Technologies is seeking an accomplished and forward-leaning Chief Scientist - Integrated Vehicle Systems & Diagnostics to lead enterprise-level innovation, development, and transition-to-production of integrated technologies across all domains - including air, ground, and maritime systems. This technical role will shape and execute strategy for advanced diagnostics, health monitoring, autonomy support systems, and lifecycle sustainment solutions for multi-domain platforms serving all branches of the U.S. Military. This position demands deep expertise in production-grade system delivery and fielded capability development across Joint Services, as well as proven leadership in software and systems engineering, big data and AI/ML integration, and emerging technologies that enhance mission readiness and operational decision-making.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the technical leader for the design, development, integration, and fielding of production-ready diagnostic, prognostic, and health management systems across Joint Service platforms.
• Lead efforts spanning air and ground systems, ensuring integration with cyber-resilient architectures and data ecosystems.
• Drive innovation in embedded software, intelligent sensors, big data analytics, and autonomy-enabling diagnostic systems aligned with platform lifecycle needs.
• Direct cross-functional teams in delivering mission-critical capabilities through systems engineering, model-based approaches, and DevSecOps practices.
• Oversee and guide development from concept to production deployment, including validation, verification, integration, and sustainment support.
• Collaborate with DoD stakeholders to define evolving requirements and deliver capabilities that meet Service-specific mission profiles.
• Engage with program offices, acquisition stakeholders, and labs to influence future investments, S&T strategy, and roadmap alignment.
• Act as a technical expert on white papers, proposals, and capture efforts supporting business development and technology transition and technology insertions.
• Represent the organization in technical exchanges, industry forums, and advisory roles, while mentoring engineers and shaping internal innovation culture.

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience delivering production-grade vehicle or platform systems (air, ground, maritime, space, or cyber), with fielded solutions across multiple Service branches (e.g., Air Force, Army, Navy, USMC, SOCOM).
• Proven leadership in transitioning R&D concepts into production capabilities across complex acquisition and operational environments.
• Strong foundation in software and systems engineering, including embedded diagnostics, digital engineering, and system integration.
• Hands-on experience with big data platforms, AI/ML applications for prognostics, and real-time embedded health monitoring systems.
• Deep familiarity with modular open systems architectures (MOSA), digital thread/digital twin initiatives, and sustainment engineering.
• Demonstrated success influencing DoD S&T investments, driving proposals, and delivering on strategic technical programs.
• Experience managing multi-domain system integration and interoperability for Joint operations and platform-level sustainment strategies.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and technical mentorship abilities.
• Active DoD secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's. in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 15+ years of experience delivering production-grade vehicle or platform systems (air, ground, maritime, space, or cyber), with fielded solutions across multiple Service branches (e.g., Air Force, Army, Navy, USMC, SOCOM).
• Knowledge of standards such as FACE, MOSA, DO-178C, and other Joint architecture frameworks.
• Experience leading SBIR/STTR transitions, OTAs, or rapid prototyping to production pathways.
• Background supporting unmanned systems, autonomy, predictive logistics, or AI-based sustainment operations.
• Understanding of supply chain and lifecycle logistics challenges across platform domains.

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: 0-10%

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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