Production Engineer – Missile Defense

About the role

Apex TK is looking for a detail‑driven Production Engineer to support the Targets and Countermeasures team of the Missile Defense Agency. You will ensure that missile flight hardware and propulsion systems meet strict baseline standards and mission‑assurance criteria.

Key responsibilities

• Audit prime‑contractor designs, drawings, manufacturing processes and assembly records for compliance with AIAA S‑113 and related aerospace standards.
• Participate in technical baseline reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, MRR, FRR) and provide objective evidence for mission‑assurance gates.
• Evaluate Material Review Board dispositions, manage Failure Review Boards, and drive corrective and preventive actions.
• Review and approve Qualification and Acceptance Test Procedures and act as on‑site engineering witness during critical tests.
• Lead Integrated Product Team meetings with suppliers to align schedules, track deliverables and resolve technical issues.

Required profile

• Active DoD Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 7+ years of experience supporting missile‑defense or large‑scale DoD programs.

Required skills

• Working knowledge of AIAA S‑113 (and related standards such as AIAA S‑114, SMC‑S‑016, AFSPCMAN 91‑710).
• Experience interpreting technical drawings, schematics, engineering change orders and manufacturing work instructions.
• Proficiency in conducting technical reviews, root‑cause analysis and producing CAPA plans.
• Familiarity with pyrotechnic devices, electro‑explosive devices, solid rocket motors and high‑reliability electro‑mechanical assemblies.