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A-P-T Research, Inc.

Name: A-P-T Research, Inc.
Address: 4950 Research Drive NW, Huntsville, AL, 35805, US
Telephone: +12568372781
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Analysis-Planning-Test. APT understands that defense testing follows an intertwined sequence of analysis, planning, testing, and once again, analysis.

A-P-T Research, Inc. (Analysis, Planning, Test Research, or "APT") is an employee-owned, small business based in Cummings Research Park, Huntsville, Alabama. APT provides professional engineering services in a variety of disciplines including systems engineering, risk assessment and analysis, test planning, range safety, system safety, software system safety, explosives safety, industrial and qual

ity engineering, quality assurance, mission assurance, Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V), software development and modeling, and related areas. APT currently supports more than 50 customers of which approximately 40 are government agencies. Our personnel are owners and each shares in the commitment to APT's corporate mission of continually providing state-of-the-art expertise and ensuring the highest level of customer satisfaction.

06/09/2026

APT Research was honored to attend the Huntsville Madison County Chamber’s Armed Forces Celebration Luncheon featuring Lieutenant General Gavin A. Lawrence, Deputy Commanding General of U.S. Army Materiel Command and Senior Commander of Redstone Arsenal.

LTG Lawrence highlighted the unique strength of our community and the important role we all play in supporting those who serve our nation. His remarks recognized the men and women in uniform, our veterans, the dedicated civilian workforce that helps sustain the mission, and the Gold Star families whose sacrifices will never be forgotten.

His message served as a reminder that national defense is a team effort, one that extends beyond military service and includes the families, civilians, industry partners, and communities that stand behind those who answer the call to serve.

APT is proud to be part of a community that honors service, recognizes sacrifice, and remains committed to supporting our nation’s defense mission.

Thank you to the Huntsville Madison County Chamber for hosting this meaningful event and for bringing together military, government, industry, and community leaders to celebrate those who have served, past and present.

06/08/2026

APT Research, Inc. (APT) has been awarded the MDA Advisory & Professional Support Services (MAPSS) Safety contract supporting the Missile Defense Agency (MDA). The MAPSS Safety contract supports critical safety, mission assurance, risk management, reliability, and specialty engineering efforts across missile defense and national security programs.

“APT was founded on the principle that mission success begins with disciplined safety and technical excellence,” said Tom Pfitzer, APT Founder and Chairman of the Board. “Being awarded the MAPSS Safety contract reflects the confidence our customers place in our employee-owners and the technical rigor they bring to every mission. We are honored to support MDA and its critical national defense mission.”

Thank you to our employees, teammates, and customers whose trust and dedication make opportunities like this possible.

Headquartered in Huntsville, AL, APT is a 100% employee-owned company supporting government and commercial customers across defense, aerospace, commercial space, and other advanced industries.

Full press release at https://www.apt-research.com/2026/06/08/mapss-safety-contract/

06/05/2026

APT Research has been awarded an $8.9 million prime contract supporting the Naval Facilities Engineering and Expeditionary Warfare Center (NAVFAC EXWC) with The Department of the U.S. Navy.

Under this contract, Team APT will provide engineering expertise in explosives safety, blast effects analysis, protective engineering, and risk-informed decision-making to help enhance the safety and resilience of military personnel, facilities, and critical infrastructure.

This award reflects more than 35 years of delivering trusted Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance solutions in support of critical national security missions.

Read the full press release at apt-research.com.

06/04/2026

We’re proud to celebrate the successful completion of our latest IMESAFR v2.3 Training.

A special thank you to our corporate sponsors for their continued support and partnership. Their commitment helps advance explosives safety, risk management, and professional development across the industry, enabling organizations to build stronger safety cultures and make more informed decisions.

Thank you to our Corporate Sponsors:

Dyno Nobel
Institute of Makers of Explosives (IME)
Nelson Brothers
Orica

The overwhelmingly positive feedback from participants reinforces our commitment to delivering practical, world-class explosives risk assessment training. IMESAFR training continues to support government and industry professionals in applying quantitative risk assessment principles to real-world explosives safety challenges.

Thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to another successful training event.

06/02/2026

The next mission starts with the right training.

Whether you're in system safety or developing payloads for space missions, APT Research has a course built for you. These courses are taught by the same team that has been supporting the Air Force, Army, Navy, and NASA for decades.

System Safety Engineering Course — July 6–10, 2026

Payload Developer Safety Training Course — July 27–29, 2026

Don't wait, register now at apt-research.com/training.

05/29/2026

Modern defense infrastructure demands a deeper understanding of risk, resilience, and mission impact.

IMESAFR represents decades of APT expertise supporting government and industry advanced explosives safety analysis, quantitative risk assessment, and mission assurance capabilities trusted around the world.

Beyond the technology itself, APT is also investing in workforce readiness through IMESAFR and explosives safety training designed to help organizations strengthen decision-making in increasingly complex environments. https://www.apt-research.com/capabilities/training/

As priorities like Golden Dome continue to shape the future of national defense, capabilities that define technical rigor with operational relevance will matter more than ever.

Watch the launch video to see IMESAFR in action. APT welcomes discussions with government and industry partners exploring resilient infrastructure and advanced risk-informed mission assurance capabilities.

05/28/2026

Today, the APT team gathered to recognize and thank our CEO, George Gafka, as he begins his next career glide path after more than four years of leadership at APT Research.

Under George’s leadership, APT experienced growth and continued expansion while strengthening our reputation for delivering trusted Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance solutions supporting critical missions across defense, aerospace, and government.

George leaves a great legacy at APT and will be missed. Please join us in thanking him for his service and wishing him continued success and fulfillment in this next chapter.

05/26/2026

Safety isn’t one-size-fits-all.

IMESAFR by APT Research goes beyond traditional quantity-distance standards by calculating real, site-specific risk using quantitative risk assessment methods backed by full-scale testing.

Recognized by the ATF and deployed across 34 countries, IMESAFR helps industry and government make smarter, risk-informed decisions for explosives safety, infrastructure resilience, and mission assurance.

As conversations around initiatives like Golden Dome continue to highlight the importance of protecting critical assets and enabling resilient defense infrastructure, advanced risk-based tools like IMESAFR are becoming more important than ever.

See it in action. Full video dropping soon. Stay tuned.

Register for upcoming classes at https://www.apt-research.com/capabilities/training/

05/21/2026

Great discussion today at the NDIA Tennessee Valley event hearing from Dr. James Kirsch on the future priorities shaping the Army and DEVCOM AvMC.

The emphasis on affordability at scale, autonomy, AI-enabled decision making, low-cost interceptors, hypersonics, and accelerated acquisition pathways reflects how rapidly the defense landscape is evolving.

APT Research was proud to be part of the conversation and engage alongside government and industry leaders focused on delivering capability to the warfighter faster.

05/18/2026

Registration has opened for The Lightning Protection Systems for Explosives Safety Technicians Training Course. It's scheduled for June 16–17, 2026.

This comprehensive two-day course is designed for explosives safety technicians responsible for overseeing Lightning Protection Systems and grounding programs within explosives facilities and is taught by industry-leading professionals with deep field experience.

At APT Research we are in the constant pursuit of leading industry into the future of a more agile safety, quality, and mission assurance process. Learn our methodologies and assure mission success.

Connect with us: [email protected]

Register: apt-research.com/training

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4950 Research Drive NW
Huntsville, AL
35805

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+12568372781

Website

http://www.apt-research.com/

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