Missile Defense System Architecture Engineer

**General Overview** APEX TK is looking for an amazingly talented **Missile Defense System Architecture Engineer** to join our team! In this role you will support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Architecture Validation team as an Architecture Assessment Engineer by developing and enhancing the QlikSense-based Capability Gap Tracker tool. **What You'll Be Doing:** - Provide direct support to the Architecture Validation Team within MDA's Chief Architect's Office - Assist in the development and management of the QlikSense-based Capability Gap Tracker (CGT) tool, to include reviewing, updating, and organizing gaps and threat - Develop dashboards and data visualizations within the Capability Gap Tracker to support reporting, analysis, and architecture decision-making - Work closely with other MDA organizations to help them understand and leverage the CGT while gaining insight into elements that make up the missile defense system - Engage with cross-functional teams and Capability Gap Tracker users to identify reporting needs and deliver data-driven solutions that improve decision support capabilities **What Required Skills You'll Bring:** - Active Secret clearance required with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI - Bachelor's degree in a STEM-related field and 3+ years of experience supporting missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD programs/projects - Experience working with and analyzing large data sets - Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint **What Desired Skills You'll Bring:** - Active TS/SCI Clearance - Working knowledge of Missile Defense Systems (MDS) components, architectures, concepts, and threats, with demonstrated understanding through analysis activities - Proficiency in data analytics and visualization tools such as QlikSense, Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms - Working knowledge of Systems Engineering processes including Model-Based Systems Engineering and Digital Engineering strategies - Experience with Digital Engineering tools and platforms such as Cameo, Palantir, or similar technologies