A-P-T Research, Inc.

A-P-T Research, Inc. 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.

SMD is rapidly approaching. EVP and Chief Growth Officer, Meredith Dupree Payne, MS and Business Development Manager, Ka...
08/07/2026

SMD is rapidly approaching.

EVP and Chief Growth Officer, Meredith Dupree Payne, MS and Business Development Manager, Katie Reynolds will be there August 11-13 at the Von Braun Center.

We look forward to connecting with our partners and customers across the space and missile defense community, and exploring new opportunities to support the mission together.

See you there.

Learn more at smdsymposium.org
Connect at [email protected]

APT Research is hiring a Flight Safety Analyst to join our SMAS III team at Wallops Flight Facility.You will support gui...
08/05/2026

APT Research is hiring a Flight Safety Analyst to join our SMAS III team at Wallops Flight Facility.

You will support guided and unguided launch vehicle flight safety analysis, identifying flight hazards, performing risk studies, and advising on mission rules from concept through launch and operations.

As a 100% employee-owned company, APT invests in the growth of every team member and offers a place where your expertise directly protects the mission.

Apply now: https://aptresearch.applicantpro.com/jobs/4154102

Providing Safe Solutions.

APT Research is offering a Lightning Protection Systems for Explosives Safety Technicians training course, 19-20 August ...
08/04/2026

APT Research is offering a Lightning Protection Systems for Explosives Safety Technicians training course, 19-20 August 2026.

This course is built for Explosives Safety Technicians who oversee lightning protection systems and grounding programs in explosives locations, covering surge protection, zone of protection, bonding, testing, and record-keeping requirements, all aligned with NFPA 780 and DESR 6055.09.

Whether you are developing Explosives Safety Site Plans or maintaining LPS and grounding programs day to day, this course strengthens the knowledge that keeps people and facilities safe.

Register now at apt-research.com/training

Questions? Contact [email protected] or call 256.327.3373

APT Research’s KSC SMASS EGS team recently supported inert segment Booster training operations in the Vehicle Assembly B...
08/03/2026

APT Research’s KSC SMASS EGS team recently supported inert segment Booster training operations in the Vehicle Assembly Building, ahead of NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration's dual crane operations.

Since then, loaded booster segments have arrived in the VAB, and the EGS SMASS team is providing mission assurance support as Artemis III booster stacking operations get underway.

We’re proud to support the safety and success of the mission that will help return humanity to the Moon.

Join us 6-9 October 2026 in Edinburgh, Scotland for our first IMESAFR training offered in Europe in several years.This c...
07/31/2026

Join us 6-9 October 2026 in Edinburgh, Scotland for our first IMESAFR training offered in Europe in several years.

This course covers the latest enhancements released with IMESAFR v2.3, including:
• P(e) updates based on the IME study
• NATO-based QD implementation
• ES pressure and impulse adjustments
• HD 1.2 inclusion
• Barricade improvements
• Debris PDF and mass distribution updates
• Risk Results Panel enhancement
• Undo button and unit system conversion after starting a file

Seats are limited, and this is a rare opportunity to train on IMESAFR close to home for our European partners and customers.

Register now at apt-research.com/imesafr

Questions? Contact [email protected] or call 256.327.3373

The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has recently arrived at KSC.The RST Payload arrived via the Pegasus barge, was off...
07/29/2026

The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has recently arrived at KSC.

The RST Payload arrived via the Pegasus barge, was offloaded, and transported to the Payload Hazardous Processing Facility (PHSF) where it’ll undergo test/checkout, Maximum Expected Operating Pressure (MEOP) testing, and hazardous fueling operations. The SMASS Launch Services team is thrilled to have it onsite.

Launch aboard a SpaceX Falcon heavy lift vehicle is still planned for September 2026.

APT is excited to continue to provide safe solutions.

Connect with us: [email protected]

Visit us: apt-research.com

Registration is now open for APT Research’s Software System Safety Engineering (SwSS) Training, August 10–13, 2026.   De...
07/28/2026

Registration is now open for APT Research’s Software System Safety Engineering (SwSS) Training, August 10–13, 2026.

Designed for engineers, safety professionals, program managers, and technical leaders, this course provides practical instruction on applying software system safety processes to identify hazards and software’s contribution to hazards, conducting software safety analyses, and implementation of software assurance principles applicable throughout the system lifecycle.

Led by APT’s experienced software safety engineers, participants will gain knowledge they can immediately apply to aerospace, defense, and other systems.

Register today: https://www.apt-research.com/product/swss-2026-08/

APT Research is offering a Lightning Protection Systems for Explosives Safety Technicians training course, 11-12 August ...
07/27/2026

APT Research is offering a Lightning Protection Systems for Explosives Safety Technicians training course, 11-12 August 2026.

This course is built for Explosives Safety Technicians who oversee lightning protection systems and grounding programs in explosives locations, covering surge protection, zone of protection, bonding, testing, and record-keeping requirements, all aligned with NFPA 780 and DESR 6055.09.

Whether you are developing Explosives Safety Site Plans or maintaining LPS and grounding programs day to day, this course strengthens the knowledge that keeps people and facilities safe.

Register now at apt-research.com/training

Questions? Contact [email protected] or call 256.327.3373

APT Research was proud to participate in this year’s Leadership Greater Huntsville inaugural LeadOn Summit, joining lead...
07/24/2026

APT Research was proud to participate in this year’s Leadership Greater Huntsville inaugural LeadOn Summit, joining leaders from across North Alabama to explore new ideas, strengthen partnerships, and invest in leadership.

Representing APT at the event were Saralyn Dwyer, Chief of Staff, and Meredith Dupree Payne, Chief Growth Officer, who connected with fellow community and business leaders while gaining valuable insights to help strengthen our organization and the customers we serve.

At APT, we believe investing in leadership is an investment in mission success.

Providing Safe Solutions.

APT Research, Inc. is hiring a Government Defense & Other Agencies Division Manager in Huntsville, AL!This is a leadersh...
07/23/2026

APT Research, Inc. is hiring a Government Defense & Other Agencies Division Manager in Huntsville, AL!

This is a leadership role for someone who can guide a division supporting our defense and government customers, driving safety, quality, and mission assurance work that makes a real difference.

If you are ready to lead a team of dedicated employee-owners and help shape APT's continued growth, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now: https://aptresearch.applicantpro.com/jobs/4147127

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Huntsville, AL
35805

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Wednesday 8am - 5pm
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