Senior Program Systems Engineer

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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