Overview
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We’ve been recognized as a Top Workplace by The Washington Post for six consecutive years and named to the Inc. 5000 list of Fastest-Growing Private Companies in 13 of the past 14 years. Credence is a welcoming environment for those looking to grow and make a meaningful impact. We encourage employees to push boundaries and help solve critical, world-changing federal challenges.
Position Summary
Credence has an immediate need for a Senior Program Systems Engineer supporting the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center Disruptive Futures division (AFLCMC/EBZ) at Eglin AFB, Florida. This position provides the knowledge and experience to efficiently and effectively deliver weapons systems engineering capabilities in support of the acquisition process. The division is in a uniquely qualified and independent position as an arm of the AF Armament Directorate by its ability to utilize the expertise of the entire AF armament enterprise to hone requirements discussions, guide and evaluate technology developments, analyze new concepts/tradespace, execute and coordinate rapid demonstrations, and capture/propagate lessons learned from across the DoD, its industry partners, and non-traditional sources.
Our Systems Engineers apply and execute the following technical processes: requirements definition and analysis, architecture design, implementation, integration, verification and validation, transition, decision analysis, technical planning, technical assessment, requirements management, risk management, configuration management, technical data management, and interface management.
This job is onsite at Eglin AFB, FL.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the duties listed below:
- Support systems engineering activities across all phases of the DoD acquisition lifecycle (Materiel Solution Analysis through Operations & Support)
- Support requirements development, analysis, traceability, and verification
- Conduct system design, integration, and technical analysis activities
- Develop and review technical documentation, including specifications, interface documents, and engineering reports
- Support technical reviews (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR) and program milestone activities
- Collaborate with program management, logistics, test, and cybersecurity teams to ensure integrated system performance
- Analyze system performance and recommend design or process improvements
- Support risk identification, analysis, and mitigation planning
- Provide technical input to acquisition documentation and program decision-making
Requirements
- A minimum of a Top-Secret security clearance is required.
- Bachelor of Science degree in a related discipline and twenty (20) years of relevant experience
- Or a master’s degree in a related discipline and at least fifteen (15) years of relevant experience.
- Experience supporting DoD acquisition programs or similar engineering environments
- Experience supporting system development, integration, and/or sustainment activities
- Experience with requirements management tools (DOORS or similar) and modeling tools (SysML or similar)
- Risk management and technical problem-solving
- Configuration management and technical documentation
Preferred Qualifications
- Undergraduate and/or graduate engineering degree from a college or university with an Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited engineering program.
- Experience with armament systems (air-to-air, air-to-surface munitions, missiles, or related systems)
- Knowledge of DoD acquisition lifecycle processes and DoDI 5000 series
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
- Bachelor of Science degree in a related discipline and 20 years of relevant experience, or a related master's degree and at least 15 years of relevant experience
- Top Secret security clearance
- Experience supporting Department of Defense acquisition programs or similar engineering environments
- Experience supporting system development, integration, and/or sustainment activities
- Experience with requirements management tools such as DOORS or similar
- Experience with modeling tools such as SysML or similar
- Risk management and technical problem-solving experience
- Configuration management and technical documentation experience
- Undergraduate or graduate engineering degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program
- Experience with armament systems, including air-to-air or air-to-surface munitions, missiles, or related systems
- Knowledge of DoD acquisition lifecycle processes and DoDI 5000 series
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.
