How do employees rate Torch Technologies?

Employees rate Torch Technologies 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 200 anonymous reviews on Glassdoor.

How can I get a job at Torch Technologies?

To get a job at Torch Technologies, browse currently open positions and apply for a job near you. Once you get a positive response, make sure to find out about the interview process at Torch Technologies and prepare for tough questions.

Do people recommend working at Torch Technologies?

Overall, 60% of employees would recommend working at Torch Technologies to a friend. This is based on 200 anonymously submitted reviews on Glassdoor.

How do job seekers rate their interview experience at Torch Technologies?

79% of job seekers rate their interview experience at Torch Technologies as positive. Candidates give an average difficulty score of 2.8 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) for their job interview at Torch Technologies.

How do employees rate the business outlook for Torch Technologies?

62% of employees think that Torch Technologies has a positive business outlook . This is based on anonymous employee reviews submitted on Glassdoor.

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Torch Technologies Snapshot

3.5

based on 201 ratings

60% would recommend to a friend

John Watson

71% approve of CEO

9 OfficesLocations

Mission Torch Technologies will help our clients exceed their goals in the most cost-effective and time-efficient manner given their own technology, schedule, and financial constraints. Through our determined effort, our Torch employees are Lighting the Pathway of Freedom.

To our employee owners: We strive to provide quality management and leadership, provide rewarding opportunities for growth, provide a challenging and stable environment, reward exceptional service, encourage professional development, provide outstanding overall compensation, and encourage and enable employee-ownership.

To our customers and partners: We strive to ensure complete customer satisfaction, exceed customer requirements and expectations, provide superior services on a consistent basis, be proactive, follow honest and ethical practices, be completely accountable for our actions, and perform within reasonable cost.

Description Founded in October 2002, Torch Technologies is a 100 percent employee-owned business dedicated to providing superior research, development, and engineering services to the Department of War. The services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Torch is part of the Starfish Holdings family of businesses, which also includes Freedom Real Estate & Capital, LLC, and SIMVANA. To learn more, visit TorchTechnologies.com.

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Certified Evergreen

At Torch Technologies, we're proud to be a 100% employee-owned, Public Benefit, Evergreen company delivering cutting-edge research, development, test, evaluation, and engineering solutions to the Department of War. Our work is driven by a strong foundation of integrity, collaboration, and our core values:

Mission Focused: We are committed to the mission of each of our customers, knowing our work has meaningful impact on the warfighter and the defense of our country. This commitment focuses our energy and expertise towards the delivery of exceptional services and solutions that exceed expectations.
Ownership Minded: We believe employee-owned companies deliver unmatched benefits to employees and customers by fostering collaborative environments where every team member is invested in the outcome. This mindset drives excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement while building an enduring legacy.
Community Invested: We contribute time, skills, and resources to our local communities and charitable organizations, supporting initiatives that improve lives and strengthen neighborhoods. This investment inspires a culture of service, creating positive change where we live and work.

As part of the Starfish Holdings family of companies, alongside Freedom Real Estate & Capital, LLC, and SIMVANA, we're part of a larger ecosystem that shares our values and commitment to excellence. Join us in shaping the future of national defense and supporting our warfighters.

Company updates

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We’re thrilled to announce that Torch Technologies has been named to Inc.'s 2026 Best Workplaces list! 🏆 This wasn't just a nomination—it was the result of a deep dive into our culture. Through a detailed Quantum Workplace survey, our own employees rated us on everything from management effectiveness and professional growth to our perks and overall vibe. With a full audit of our benefits included, we're proud to see our commitment to our team officially recognized. Come see why we're a great place to work!...Show more

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Our back office is growing and we are looking for qualified individuals to join the Torch team as a Buyer and a Property Management Specialist! Who we are: As one of the nation’s top 100 defense companies, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. We believe that employee ownership is a cornerstone of our success, and we recently became Certified Evergreen™ which means that we have committed to finding ways to make 100 percent employee ownership sustainable so that Torch will remain a private company forever. Check out our Careers page and search Requisition #4003 to learn more about our Buyer position and #3726 to learn more about our Property Management Specialist position! ...Show more

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Join the Torch Team! Why Torch? We are a rapidly growing technology-focused services and solutions company. We believe that employee ownership is a cornerstone of our success, and we recently became Certified Evergreen™, which means that we have committed to finding ways to make 100 percent employee ownership sustainable so that Torch will remain a private company forever. Learn more about our company and our current openings on our website!...Show more

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Torch is now Certified Evergreen™! Becoming Certified Evergreen means that Torch has committed to finding ways to make 100 percent employee ownership sustainable so that Torch will remain a private company forever. Companies that are awarded Certified Evergreen status have undergone an extensive, rigorous assessment with the intention of continual improvement and enduring excellence around values, practices, and people. We are honored to be recognized as a Certified Evergreen company by Tugboat Institute® and join a peer group of private companies who share our values. The Evergreen certification represents a commitment that we have made to our employee-owners and to our customers: Torch is evergreen. As we approach our 20th anniversary in October, we look back on the past 20 years with pride, and we look forward to what Torch will accomplish in the years to come as an Evergreen company. Congratulations!...Show more

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Torch Technologies photo of: Employee-owner Karen enjoying her day at Torch!

Torch Technologies awards & accolades

Certified Evergreen, Tugboat Institute, 2022
Best Workplaces in Consulting and Professional Services, Great Place to Work, 2021
ESOP Company of the Year, New South Chapter of The ESOP Association, 2021
Best Workplaces for Millennials, Fortune, 2021
Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies in America, Inc. Magazine, 2021

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Employee reviews at Torch Technologies

Torch Technologies has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 201 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Torch Technologies employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Aerospace & Defense industry (3.6 stars).

Ratings by category

3.7

Culture & values

3.7

Work/Life balance

3.6

Diversity & inclusion

3.4

Compensation and benefits

3.3

Career opportunities

3.1

Senior management

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