Senior Systems Engineer: Missile Defense Program Oversight

APEX TK LLC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

APEX TK LLC in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Principal Engineer to provide engineering oversight for target system payloads and countermeasure development. You will advise the program office, assess prime contractor designs, and act as a technical anchor through milestones from requirements to product acceptance.

The role requires a Master’s degree in STEM and 12+ years in missile defense or similar DoD programs, with an active DoD Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in STEM required.
• 12+ years supporting missile defense or large-scale DoD programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering oversight for payloads and countermeasure development from concept through fielding.
• Review prime contractor designs, plans, reports, and procedures for technical accuracy.
• Lead milestone reviews and coordinate with multiple organizations to ensure on-time delivery.

Skills

DoD Secret clearance

Program execution

Adaptability

Multitasking

Travel up to 20%

Education

Master's degree in STEM

Job description

APEX TK LLC in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Principal Engineer to provide engineering oversight for target system payloads and countermeasure development. You will advise the program office, assess prime contractor designs, and act as a technical anchor through milestones from requirements to product acceptance.

The role requires a Master’s degree in STEM and 12+ years in missile defense or similar DoD programs, with an active DoD Secret clearance.