Senior Systems Engineer & Program Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full technology maturation lifecycle for assigned space systems, driving TRL advancement
• Review key program documentation including SEMPs, ICDs, and TEMPs
• Support and lead flight testing and technology demonstration activities
• Coordinate cross-functional engineering teams and subcontractors to ensure integrated system designs
• Identify, assess, and mitigate technical and programmatic risks
• Provide hands-on systems engineering expertise across sensors, propulsion, GNC, communications, and embedded software
• Serve as the primary technical interface to NASA/MSFC
• Develop and oversee system test plans and execution strategies for ground and flight test campaigns
• Plan, coordinate, and lead formal design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR)
• Develop and execute comprehensive technology roadmaps

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline
• 15+ years of progressive experience in space systems development and program management
• Hands-on experience leading systems engineering and technology maturation for space-based programs
• Deep technical expertise in sensors, propulsion, GNC, RF/communications, and software-intensive systems
• Proven experience leading design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) and milestone reviews
• Strong background in developing and executing system-level test plans
• Active Secret clearance required
• Ability to work primarily onsite at Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) in Huntsville, AL

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering or Systems Engineering
• Experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) tools like Cameo or Rhapsody
• Familiarity with Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) development
• Experience with space-qualified hardware development and environmental testing (vibration, thermal vacuum, EMI/EMC)
• Top Secret/SCI clearance

About the Company

APEX TK is seeking an exceptionally talented and mission-driven Senior Systems Engineer & Program Manager to join our team in direct support of NASA’s Technology Maturation effort for a cutting-edge space-based program.