Business Details
Trusted Engineering Solutions for Defense Systems
NTA has been a leader in providing technical services and support to Department of Defense agencies since its founding. Our expertise in guidance, navigation, and control systems has made us a trusted partner for the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Aviation and Missile Center. We maintain a culture of integrity, collaboration, and innovation that empowers our team to deliver best-in-class solutions. Our engineers work on cutting-edge technologies including inertial navigation systems, GPS receivers, and control actuation systems. Through modeling, simulation, and real-world testing, we develop solutions that maintain U.S. military dominance while protecting warfighters. Our commitment to employee development and work-life balance has earned us recognition as one of the Best Places to Work in Huntsville.We invest in continuous learning and professional growth opportunities for our staff, ensuring they remain at the forefront of their fields. Our performance-based reward system recognizes excellence while our collaborative environment fosters innovation. With decades of combined experience, our team understands the importance of delivering technical solutions while maintaining an easy and comfortable business culture. We operate as a team where 'it's not my job' is not part of our vocabulary, always prioritizing customer needs at the top of our organizational chart.
Services
Positioning Navigation Timing Systems
Software Engineering
Electronics Design
Guidance Control
Mechanical Design
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined engineering expertise in defense systems
- Our engineers work on hands-on technical projects with real-world impact
- Performance-based rewards recognize professional excellence
- Collaborative environment fosters innovation and teamwork
- Continuous learning opportunities keep our staff at industry forefront
What people say
Best Places to Work
Great work environment
Comprehensive benefits package
Flexible schedule options
Supportive leadership team
Services
Positioning Navigation Timing Systems
NTA develops and integrates Assured Positioning, Navigation and Timing (APNT) technologies for ground, missile and aviation systems. Our engineers work with state-of-the-art test equipment including precision centrifuges and vibration tables to evaluate navigation system performance. We provide integration expertise for GPS receivers and anti-jam electronics across various military platforms while developing solutions for GPS-denied environments. Our capabilities include modeling, simulation, and hardware-in-the-loop testing to ensure system reliability in contested environments.
Software Engineering
Our software engineers specialize in missile system applications with expertise in six-degree-of-freedom simulations and hardware-in-the-loop testing. We follow rigorous development processes with peer reviews at each phase while maintaining bi-directional traceability for requirements. Our team develops test automation tools and performs code coverage analysis to ensure software reliability. We support the complete software lifecycle from requirements capture through formal qualification testing for defense systems.
Electronics Design
NTA designs custom electronic solutions for defense applications including high-speed digital communication circuits and power management systems. Our engineers develop embedded systems using Xilinx and Intel FPGA technologies while creating low-noise analog interfaces. We specialize in PCB designs for military applications with expertise in DDR4, PCIe, and MIL-STD-1553 protocols. Our capabilities include VHDL development and integration of custom intellectual property modules for specialized defense requirements.
Guidance Control
We design and test guidance and control systems for precision weapons with expertise in autopilot algorithms and actuator fabrication. Our engineers develop control actuation systems using brushless DC motors while creating software models for integration into larger simulations. We provide fire control solutions compliant with MIL-STD-1760 and 1553 standards while supporting stockpile reliability programs for fielded missile systems through specialized test beds.
Mechanical Design
NTA offers complete mechanical design and precision machining capabilities for defense applications. Our engineers use Abaqus and SolidWorks for finite element analysis while developing missile components and test fixtures. The CNC machining facility produces low-volume, high-precision parts from billet aluminum and stainless steel with tight tolerances. We support the complete product lifecycle from concept design through prototyping and production for military missile systems.
People
Amanda Upton
Facility Security Officer
15-year NTA veteran who highlights the company's flexible culture and work-life balance. She emphasizes the positive work environment and opportunities for employee growth.
Lulamae Osborne
Program Analyst
7-year employee who praises NTA's employee-centric approach. She highlights exceptional benefits including company-paid medical insurance, 401K match, and profit sharing.
Matthew Leeling
Engineering Manager
5-year employee who emphasizes significant project responsibilities and professional development opportunities. He praises the company's health and retirement benefits.
Eddie Sturgis
Engineering Manager
25-year veteran who notes NTA's consistent culture of integrity and technical excellence. He highlights the collaborative environment and continued owner involvement.
Josh Westmoreland
Mechanical Engineer
2-year employee who emphasizes NTA's support for work-life balance and military obligations. He describes the company as a family with exceptional benefits.
Questions
What defense sectors does NTA specialize in?
NTA specializes in missile systems, guidance and navigation technologies, and precision weaponry for the U.S. Army and other Department of Defense agencies.
What career opportunities are available at NTA?
NTA offers engineering positions in software, electronics, mechanical design, and precision machining, along with technical support roles across our defense-focused projects.
What makes NTA a great workplace?
NTA combines challenging technical work with flexible schedules, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative culture that values employee contributions and professional growth.
Where are NTA's facilities located?
NTA has headquarters in Huntsville, AL, with additional facilities in Mesa, AZ, and a CNC machining division in Huntsville, AL.
What technical capabilities does NTA offer?
NTA provides expertise in PNT systems, software engineering, embedded electronics, guidance control, and precision machining for defense applications.
How does NTA support employee development?
NTA offers continuous learning opportunities, performance-based rewards, and hands-on technical challenges to support professional growth and career advancement.
