Apex Systems
Job# : 3008365
Job Description :
Principal Systems Engineer – Ballistic Missile Defense SME
Location : Huntsville, AL (Customer Site)
Clearance Required : Active Secret (TS / SCI preferred)
Position Type : Full-Time
Program : TEAMS Next MDSE (CAG)
LCAT Level : Engineer IV
Shape the Future of Missile Defense
Apex Systems is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer – Ballistic Missile Defense Subject Matter Expert (BMD SME) to lead advanced modeling, simulation, and analysis efforts that define the next generation of Missile Defense System (MDS) architectures. This is a high-impact role where your expertise will influence future concepts, address Warfighter needs, and guide strategic decisions for national defense.
If you have deep technical knowledge and thrive on solving complex challenges, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
What You’ll Do
Define and refine future concepts for modeling, simulation, and analysis.
Serve as a subject matter expert in architecture analysis and review preliminary results before delivery.
Assess MDS threats, capability gaps, and develop innovative system mitigations and evolutions.
Support high-performance computing (HPC) analysis for advanced M&S efforts.
Develop analysis plans, execute simulations, analyze results, and prepare detailed reports for senior leadership.
What You Bring
Education & Experience : Master’s degree in STEM with 12+ years in missile defense or large DoD programs.
Clearance : Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain TS / SCI.
Technical Expertise : Extensive experience in modeling, assessment, and evaluation of future missile defense understanding of current MDS architecture and future concepts.
Preferred Qualifications
Active TS / SCI clearance.
Experience with advanced algorithms for M&S of MDS architectures.
Familiarity with directed and kinetic energy weapons and future concepts.
Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, HPC environments, and / or MBSE.
Experience in multidisciplinary analysis and optimization.
Specialized knowledge in threat characterization, RF sensing / signatures, and EO / IR sensing / signatures.
Proven ability to coauthor reports and contribute to MDS studies and Congressional responses.
Understanding of cyber gaps, mitigations, and future cyber architecture development.
Ability to collaborate with DoD, Combatant Commands, and industry experts.
Why Apex?
Work on mission-critical projects shaping the future of missile defense.
Collaborate with elite technical teams in a dynamic environment.
Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for advancement.
Be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and technical excellence.
Ready to lead the next evolution of missile defense?
Apply today and help define the future of national security.
EEO Employer ApexSystemsisanequalopportunityemployer.Wedonotdiscriminateorallowdiscriminationonthebasisofrace,color,religion,creed,sex(includingpregnancy,childbirth,breastfeeding,orrelatedmedicalconditions),age,sexualorientation,genderidentity,nationalorigin,ancestry,citizenship,geneticinformation,registereddomesticpartnerstatus,maritalstatus,disability,statusasacrimevictim,protectedveteranstatus,politicalaffiliation,unionmembership,oranyothercharacteristicprotectedbylaw.Apexwillconsiderqualifiedapplicantswithcriminalhistoriesinamannerconsistentwiththerequirementsofapplicablelaw.Ifyouhavevisitedourwebsiteinsearchofinformationonemploymentopportunitiesortoapplyforaposition,andyourequireanaccommodationinusingourwebsiteforasearchorapplication,pleasecontactourEmployeeServicesDepartmentator844-463-6178.
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview :
Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses / books / seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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Job Description :
Principal Systems Engineer – Ballistic Missile Defense SME
Location : Huntsville, AL (Customer Site)
Clearance Required : Active Secret (TS / SCI preferred)
Position Type : Full-Time
Program : TEAMS Next MDSE (CAG)
LCAT Level : Engineer IV
Shape the Future of Missile Defense
Apex Systems is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer – Ballistic Missile Defense Subject Matter Expert (BMD SME) to lead advanced modeling, simulation, and analysis efforts that define the next generation of Missile Defense System (MDS) architectures. This is a high-impact role where your expertise will influence future concepts, address Warfighter needs, and guide strategic decisions for national defense.
If you have deep technical knowledge and thrive on solving complex challenges, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
What You’ll Do
Define and refine future concepts for modeling, simulation, and analysis.
Serve as a subject matter expert in architecture analysis and review preliminary results before delivery.
Assess MDS threats, capability gaps, and develop innovative system mitigations and evolutions.
Support high-performance computing (HPC) analysis for advanced M&S efforts.
Develop analysis plans, execute simulations, analyze results, and prepare detailed reports for senior leadership.
What You Bring
Education & Experience : Master’s degree in STEM with 12+ years in missile defense or large DoD programs.
Clearance : Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain TS / SCI.
Technical Expertise : Extensive experience in modeling, assessment, and evaluation of future missile defense understanding of current MDS architecture and future concepts.
Preferred Qualifications
Active TS / SCI clearance.
Experience with advanced algorithms for M&S of MDS architectures.
Familiarity with directed and kinetic energy weapons and future concepts.
Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, HPC environments, and / or MBSE.
Experience in multidisciplinary analysis and optimization.
Specialized knowledge in threat characterization, RF sensing / signatures, and EO / IR sensing / signatures.
Proven ability to coauthor reports and contribute to MDS studies and Congressional responses.
Understanding of cyber gaps, mitigations, and future cyber architecture development.
Ability to collaborate with DoD, Combatant Commands, and industry experts.
Why Apex?
Work on mission-critical projects shaping the future of missile defense.
Collaborate with elite technical teams in a dynamic environment.
Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for advancement.
Be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and technical excellence.
Ready to lead the next evolution of missile defense?
Apply today and help define the future of national security.
EEO Employer ApexSystemsisanequalopportunityemployer.Wedonotdiscriminateorallowdiscriminationonthebasisofrace,color,religion,creed,sex(includingpregnancy,childbirth,breastfeeding,orrelatedmedicalconditions),age,sexualorientation,genderidentity,nationalorigin,ancestry,citizenship,geneticinformation,registereddomesticpartnerstatus,maritalstatus,disability,statusasacrimevictim,protectedveteranstatus,politicalaffiliation,unionmembership,oranyothercharacteristicprotectedbylaw.Apexwillconsiderqualifiedapplicantswithcriminalhistoriesinamannerconsistentwiththerequirementsofapplicablelaw.Ifyouhavevisitedourwebsiteinsearchofinformationonemploymentopportunitiesortoapplyforaposition,andyourequireanaccommodationinusingourwebsiteforasearchorapplication,pleasecontactourEmployeeServicesDepartmentator844-463-6178.
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview :
Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses / books / seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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