Missile Field Integration SME
Santa Maria, CA
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Full Time /
On-site
hatch I.T. is partnering with Apex TK to find a Missile Field Integration SME. See details below:
About the role:
APEX TK is looking for an amazingly talented Missile Field Integration SME to join their team! In this role you will get to support integration efforts at Vandenberg Space Force Base for the Missile Defense Agency.
Responsibilities:
- Integrate missile defense hardware and software systems with field-level components, ensuring compatibility with operational requirements.
- Conduct comprehensive testing, including functional, performance, and environmental tests, to validate missile system performance under field conditions.
- Maintain detailed records of integration processes, test results, and system configurations to ensure traceability and compliance with defense protocols.
- Perform on-site troubleshooting and diagnostics to resolve integration and operational issues, ensuring continuous system readiness.
- Coordinate with systems engineers, software developers, and project managers to align field integration efforts with design specifications.
- Adhere to safety regulations and protocols while handling and operating missile systems in the field, ensuring personnel and equipment safety.
- Provide on-site training and technical support to military personnel and operators for proper use and maintenance of missile systems.
- Implement system upgrades and modifications, ensuring seamless integration with existing field systems without disrupting ongoing operations.
- Manage the logistics for the transportation, setup, and operational readiness of missile defense systems at the field location.
- Comply with classified handling procedures and cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive information and technology related to missile systems.
Required Qualifications:
- Masters in STEM field
- 12+ years of experience
- Active Secret clearance
- Strong work ethic and attention to detail
- Self-starter with great collaboration and communication skills who is willing to conduct frequent field work
- Understanding of System Engineering, including requirements writing/management
- Prior BMDS experience
Desired Qualifications:
- Prior experience at Vandenberg Space Force Base
- Experience with Model-Based System Engineering, particularly the CAMEO suite of MBSE tools
$170,000 - $190,000 a year
