Torch Technologies
James O. Smith is a Senior Test Engineer at Torch Technologies, Inc. since February 2019, bringing extensive experience from a distinguished career at the Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI), where Smith served as Associate Laboratory Director until retirement in February 2019. With a strong background in personnel and contract management, Smith coordinated crucial projects for the Software Engineering Directorate of the Army Research Development and Engineering Command. Notable roles include leading technical teams for significant international fire control system developments and serving as program manager and safety engineer. Academic qualifications include a Master of Science degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology and a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering with Mathematics from Vanderbilt University. Smith is currently refreshing statistical analysis and programming skills in anticipation of future professional endeavors.
Torch Technologies
Offers R&D and engineering services to the United States Department of Defense. Also focuses on donating a share of its profits to charity, with more than $500, 000 in charitable donations since its inception.