IV&V Software Engineer

IV&V Software Engineer

Torch Technologies is seeking a highly motivated IV&V Software Engineer to support advanced defense and engineering programs. This role involves developing and applying analytical tools, performing system-level evaluations, and contributing to mission-critical solutions in a fast-paced, technical environment. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in Git Lab and Dev Sec Ops , experience with static and dynamic code analysis tools, and the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to solve complex engineering challenges.

Core Technical Responsibilities:

• System Testing & Validation:
  Review and analyze Formal Qualification Tests (FQT) for the IFPC weapon system. Identify, document, and track software defects and system requirement specification failures.
• Code & Architecture Analysis:
  Perform deep-dive static and dynamic code analysis on software executables to ensure system integrity, security compliance, and proper data-rights management.
• Automation & Integration:
  Architect and implement automated solutions to replace manual verification processes. Lead the technical integration of IFPC software into the government's Integrated Verification Platform (IVP) and other emulation/test environments.
• Dev Sec Ops  & CI/CD:
  Maintain and optimize software verification pipelines using industry-standard version control and continuous integration tools.

Required Technical Skills &

Qualifications:

• US Citizenship.
• Bachelor's Degree (Master's Degree preferred) Degree in Computer Science, a related field or equivalent experience.
• 5 years applicable software design engineering experience.
• Domain Expertise:
  Proven engineering experience in software Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V), specifically within complex weapon systems or DoD/Army environments.
• Analytical Tools:
  Proficiency with static and dynamic code analysis tools, as well as memory debugging tools (e.g., CodeDX, Understand, Valgrind).
• Version Control & Pipelines:
  Strong experience with Git Lab, Dev Sec Ops  methodologies, and Agile software development life cycles.
• System Architecture:
  Familiarity with modern defense architectures and active participation in Technical Working Groups (e.g., Requirements and Architecture Working Groups).
• Must have an active secret clearance.

Preferred Technical

Competencies:

• Direct technical experience with the IFPC system, SHIELD, or related missile defense architectures.
• Hands-on experience developing or integrating with custom test automation frameworks.
• Advanced scripting or programming experience to build custom automation and parse large telemetry/test datasets.

Schedule:

M-F; 8-5

Work Location:

Customer-site Travel:
Yes, 10%-15% 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, 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.