Engineering Risk Manager

Torch Technologies, Inc.•Huntsville, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Torch Technologies is seeking a Risk Manager to join our team and support an Aviation Project Management Office by leading comprehensive risk, issue, and opportunity (RI&O) management activities. This role is critical to delivering an integrated risk posture that informs leadership decision-making across weapon system design, development, production, and sustainment.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)
8+ years of relevant experience in risk management, program management, or defense acquisition
Active DoD Secret security clearance required (must be able to maintain)
Experience supporting defense acquisition programs, aviation systems, or complex technical projects
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, including statistical and data-driven analysis
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing senior leadership
Experience working in DoD, federal, aerospace, or defense environments

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting DoD or Federal aviation programs
Familiarity with Active Risk Manager (ARM) or similar risk management tools
Experience working with cross-functional teams, government stakeholders, and acquisition programs
Strong technical documentation, briefing, and reporting experience
Familiarity with systems engineering processes, Test & Evaluation (T&E), and lifecycle cost analysis
Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

Responsibilities

Lead and execute risk, issue, and opportunity management activities, including planning, identification, analysis, mitigation, and monitoring
Provide analytical support to assess and quantify risks impacting cost, schedule, and performance (the “iron triangle”) across the program lifecycle
Collaborate with government stakeholders, prime contractors, engineers, product managers, and business teams to ensure risks are identified, documented, and managed effectively
Maintain and update risk data within the Active Risk Manager (ARM) tool and ensure accurate, auditable documentation of risk narratives and mitigation actions
Support program planning by integrating risk mitigation strategies into systems engineering processes, acquisition schedules, and lifecycle activities
Prepare and deliver executive-level briefings and reports to communicate risk status, mitigation progress, and emerging issues to leadership
Facilitate Risk Management Working Groups and Risk Management Boards (RMBs), including action item tracking and meeting coordination
Develop and maintain the Risk, Issue, and Opportunity Management Plan (RIOMP) in compliance with DoD policies and guidance
Apply data-driven analysis and statistical methods to identify root causes and improve risk mitigation strategies
Support lifecycle cost estimation, budget recommendations, resource alignment, and Test & Evaluation (T&E) activities to ensure system effectiveness and safety
Adapt risk management frameworks and reporting structures to align with evolving acquisition phases and program milestones
Operate effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments, making timely and informed decisions