Torch Technologies is a 100% employee-owned engineering company headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama. Founded in 2002, the company provides research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of Defense. the services they provide directly support the people who serve the country. Torch holds over $2.3 billion in active contract ceiling through which they deliver research and development services. Some of their more prominent research and development services omnibus contracts are open to multiple Government agencies for purchase. The company has employee owners located in California, Colorado, Florida, Hawaii, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Mexico, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, Washington, D.C., Kwajalein, and Egypt.   In 2004, Torch Technologies became employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Because employees have a stake in the success of the company, they are incentivized to work together. Their commitment to integrity, trustworthiness, honesty, and reliability, mirrors the company's ethical standards and esteemed reputation. These dedicated employee-owners channel their energy into resolving issues and rallying behind the firm's objectives and those of its valued clientele. Today, the company boasts over 1,200 employee owners.