Overview
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Position Summary
Credence has an immediate opening for a B-2 Cyber Security Engineering at the principal level to support the B-2 Division who is responsible for the modernization, test, production, fielding and sustainment of B-2 aircraft and related systems. The B-2 is a high demand, low density fleet that is 20+ years old, is undergoing numerous concurrent acquisitions to solve obsolescence issues, and delivers critical aerial denial/anti-access and nuclear capabilities at Wright Patterson AFB, OH.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed below:
- Perform all senior-level engineering support tasks applicable to B-2 engineering support personnel.
- Provide information assurance (IA) and technical expertise for information systems, systems engineering, support equipment, legacy operating systems, laboratory equipment, and avionics systems and subsystems supporting B-2 modernization and sustainment programs.
- Serve as the IA security official responsible for coordinating and obtaining security approval for sanitization and secure-handling procedures for avionics line-replaceable units and support equipment driven by sustainment and modification programs.
- Apply in-depth knowledge of computer and electronic systems, including Windows and UNIX-based operating systems, avionics, and test-equipment hardware.
- Advise and assist with implementation of DoDI 5205.11; DoDM 5205.07, Volumes 1–4; and JSIG regulations for SAP IA oversight and management of computer and avionics equipment.
- Assist with IA security oversight and approval of modernization-program equipment tied to software integration, operations, and implementation schedules for new warfighter capabilities that affect aircraft availability.
- Support development and approval processes for Program Protection Plans, anti-tamper plans, Authorization to Operate requests, milestone decisions, and design-review documentation.
- Support the initiation, supervision, and development of requirements from project inception through conclusion for complex to extremely complex programs.
- Provide strategic advice, technical guidance, and expertise to program and project staff.
- Provide detailed analyses, evaluations, and recommendations for improvements, optimization, development, and maintenance efforts addressing client-specific or mission-critical challenges.
- Consult with the Government to define needs and problems; support studies; and assist in leading surveys to collect and analyze data, provide advice, and recommend solutions.
- Apply DoD, Air Force, and common engineering and scientific principles, processes, and procedures to improve the performance and sustainability of existing and future Air Force and joint-service weapon systems.
- Translate AFGSC and ACC requirements into weapon-system requirements used to design, develop, fabricate, test, evaluate, field, and deploy weapon systems, subsystems, and equipment.
- Develop requirements and technology needs into action plans and policies supporting manufacturing, operations, remanufacturing, and demilitarization or disposal of USAF weapon-system capabilities.
- Conduct technical and mission analyses of operational requirements, develop system concepts, perform technology and trade-off assessments, and support materiel-solution analyses and design reviews.
- Provide rapid response engineering support through problem identification, impact assessment, and development of corrective actions for critical supportability issues.
- Develop draft documentation and presentation materials based on program cost, schedule, and performance constraints.
- Produce or review technical evaluations and plans; engineering studies, reports, and analyses; acquisition strategies and plans; requirements and system documents; requests for proposal; systems engineering, reliability, safety, cybersecurity, test, data-management, and program-protection documentation; Security Authorization Package documentation; System Security Profiles; Plans of Action and Milestones; Security Assessment Plans; and other required program, technical, and contractor-produced artifacts.
- Develop and collect technical data and input for staff summary packages and executive briefings supporting coordination, signature, and milestone approval.
- Support project-team meetings, working groups, and reviews, including SRR, System Functional Review, PDR, CDR, Incremental Design Review, TRR, System Verification Review, TCM, TIMs, FCA, PCA, PRR, and PMR.
- Analyze equipment and software deficiencies; recommend corrections; and develop, integrate, and test deficiency solutions.
- Assist with engineering evaluations of prime- and subcontractor recommendations for operational and support issues, including ACSNs, ECPs, CCPs, FAA bulletins, modification proposals, DMSMS, program risk, and related documents; serve in an advisory role for engineering-related source selections as required.
- Support development and evaluation of the Integrated Master Plan, Integrated Master Schedule, Systems Engineering Detail Schedule, and engineering cost estimates.
- Support the system-safety engineering program, including mishap-risk assessments, evaluations of contractor safety proposals and analyses, and resolution of high-priority safety issues.
- Support disciplined engineering activities that assure Operational Safety, Suitability, and Effectiveness (OSS&E); follow applicable life-cycle systems engineering and OSS&E policies; establish and maintain compliant processes; update baseline documentation; identify OSS&E elements; report metrics; and coordinate with partner organizations.
- Assess implementation of the Systems Engineering Plan throughout program operations and notify the Air Force of shortfalls or gaps requiring corrective action.
- Apply MIL-HDBK-516C Airworthiness Certification Criteria to aircraft systems and subsystems; support Air Force Integrity Programs; maintain and update the critical-safety-item list; and monitor airworthiness certification for B-2 aircraft.
- Support establishment of Hardness Maintenance and Hardness Surveillance in accordance with Defense Nuclear Agency-H-93-140 and implementation of design concepts in Air Force Pamphlet 91-118.
Requirements
- Must have an active or current Top-Secret security clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) eligibility.
- Bachelor’s degree in professional engineering, mathematics, or a science discipline related to cybersecurity engineering.
- A minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience and an ABET accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering.
- ABET accredited Master’s or Doctoral Degree in a related engineering field and a minimum of 20 years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, at least 12 of which must be in the DoD
- OR ABET accredited bachelor’s degree in a related engineering field and a minimum of 25 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, at least 15 years of which must be in the DoD.
- Must meet all prerequisites necessary for the Government to grant a DoDI 8570 baseline certification commensurate with the position description and assigned responsibilities
Why This Role Matters
Real-World Impact — Your work will support defense and health agencies where AI solutions directly contribute to national security and public well-being.
Growth-Oriented Environment — Learn from technical leaders, innovate within Agentic AI, and mentor those around you in AI best practices.
Culture of Empowerment — You’ll be part of a team that values innovation, trust, collaboration, and mission success
Please join us, as together we build a better world one mission at a time powered by Technology and its People!
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development
Skills Required
- Active or current Top Secret security clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information eligibility
- Bachelor’s degree in professional engineering, mathematics, or a cybersecurity-related science discipline
- ABET-accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering and at least 15 years of experience
- ABET-accredited master’s or doctoral degree in a related engineering field and at least 20 years of experience, including 12 years in the DoD
- ABET-accredited bachelor’s degree in a related engineering field and at least 25 years of experience, including 15 years in the DoD
- Meet prerequisites for a DoDI 8570 baseline certification appropriate to the position and responsibilities
Credence Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive or better than average across many roles, with multiple examples describing excellent pay and competitive salaries. Additional cash elements such as bonuses appear alongside base pay.
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, supported by HSAs/FSAs and a TRICARE supplement. Employer-paid life and disability coverage further strengthen the protection package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off includes flexible PTO and a broad holiday schedule aligned to federal holidays. Additional leave types such as military and bereavement leave are available.
Credence Insights
What We Do
Credence provides innovative technology, health, international development, engineering, and management solutions to support mission-critical programs for Federal government customers. We are one of the nation’s largest privately held government contractors. Our ability to perform exceptionally to implement new solutions, efficiencies, and savings across 220 U.S. Government programs is due to our obsession with exceeding customer expectations and our emphasis on employee wellbeing—best exemplified by our corporate philosophy: “One Measure of Success. Yours.” WHY WORK WITH CREDENCE? We are consistently rated as a Top Workplace and are proud to be one of the fastest growing privately held firms in the U.S. over the last decade. Credence treats each customer, teaming partner, and employee as a trusted partner whom we serve. We ensure successful outcomes by focusing on the measure of success that we consider to be most important—Yours. WHY WORK FOR CREDENCE? We are a diverse, enthusiastic team of professionals who are dedicated to providing exceptional service to our customers. Our culture is focused on employee empowerment, recognition, and reward, and each person is encouraged to take initiative and strive to reach their greatest potential. HOW CREDENCE GIVES BACK: We believe in giving back to the communities in which we live and work through corporate charitable events, support for employee volunteering, and a 100% corporate match for employee charitable giving.
