Cloud Simulation Integration Engineer
About The Position
Torch Technologies is seeking a Cloud Simulation Integration Engineer based in Suffolk, Virginia, to bridge legacy joint training architectures with modern cloud environments. The engineer will assist Engineering Leads in refactoring and deploying Joint Live, Virtual, and Constructive (JLVC) federation models, databases, and simulation engines into JWCC Azure. The role includes rehosting and validating modeling and simulation applications in Azure Government virtual machines and container instances; configuring distributed simulation protocols across cloud and hybrid network bridges; assisting with database migration, storage optimization, and secure cross-boundary data transfers; troubleshooting runtime, network latency, and synchronization issues during Joint Training Enterprise exercises; and developing automated test harnesses to verify federation stability after deployment. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The position is based in Suffolk, VA, with 0–10% travel. Relocation assistance is not available. The position is not contingent upon a contract award. The stated salary range is $125,000–$150,000.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Modeling & Simulation, or a related technical field, or equivalent work experience.
- At least 5 years of systems administration or software integration experience.
- Active Secret-level Department of War clearance.
- Strong administration skills across Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and Windows Server environments.
- Proficiency with Bash, Python, or PowerShell for troubleshooting, data conversion, and automated testing.
- Solid understanding of TCP/UDP networking, multicast routing, and latency optimization across distributed environments.
- Current DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification, such as CompTIA Security+ CE.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills.
Nice To Haves
- Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
- Hands-on experience configuring Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS IEEE 1278) or High Level Architecture (HLA IEEE 1516) run-time infrastructures (RTIs).
- Prior experience supporting J7 JTSD tools, including JLVC federation models such as JSAF, MTWS, WARSIM, JCATS, or JTLS.
- Experience lifting and shifting or refactoring legacy military simulation software into Microsoft Azure or AWS.
- Experience with database migration tools.
- Strong technical documentation, briefing, and reporting experience.
Responsibilities
- Rehost and validate modeling and simulation applications in Azure Government virtual machines and container instances.
- Configure distributed simulation protocols, including DIS and HLA, across cloud and hybrid network bridges.
- Assist legacy system owners with database migration, storage optimization, and secure cross-boundary data transfer.
- Troubleshoot runtime errors, network latency issues, and simulation synchronization bottlenecks during Joint Training Enterprise exercises.
- Develop automated test harnesses to verify simulation federation stability after deployment.
Benefits
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) participation.
- 401(k) match.
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Short-term disability coverage.
- Long-term disability coverage.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Health Savings Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Education assistance.
- Paid time off.
- Holidays.
- Stable and professional work environment.
- Competitive salary.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
