Junior Action Officer

Position Overview APEX TK is seeking a Junior Action Officer to provide direct support to senior program leadership in a dynamic, mission-focused environment supporting the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in Huntsville, Alabama. This role shall enable leadership effectiveness through proactive coordination, program tracking, and executive-level communication support. This is an entry-level position ideal for candidates with strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills who are looking to grow within program management, systems engineering, and federal program execution. Key Responsibilities Support senior program leadership by functioning as an XO/Chief of Staff-type role, ensuring priorities, actions, and communications are effectively managed Coordinate, develop, and maintain executive-level briefings, reports, and slide decks for internal and external stakeholders Assist in the planning, scheduling, and execution of program meetings, technical reviews, and leadership engagements Capture and track action items, decisions, and risks, ensuring timely follow-up and closure Maintain program schedules, milestones, and deliverable tracking tools to support program execution and reporting Interface with cross-functional teams to synchronize inputs for briefings, reports, and deliverables Provide support in the development and maintenance of program documentation, dashboards, and status reports Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Program Management, or a related field Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook), with emphasis on executive briefing development Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging for senior audiences Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment Public Trust clearance (or ability to obtain) is required Desired Qualifications Active Secret clearance (or ability to obtain) Experience supporting federal government or DoD/NASA programs Familiarity with program controls, scheduling, or risk management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, or similar) Exposure to systems engineering or technical program environments Experience supporting senior executives or leadership teams in a coordination or staff role #J-18808-Ljbffr