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Acquisition Program/Product Manager - PNT

Overview

At Credence, we support our clients’ mission-critical needs, powered by technology. We provide cutting-edge solutions, including AI/ML, enterprise modernization, and advanced intelligence capabilities, to the largest defense and health federal organizations. Through partnership and trust, we increase mission success for warfighters and secure our nation for a better future.

We are privately held, are repeatedly recognized as a top place to work, and have been on the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies list for the last 12 years. We practice servant leadership and believe that by focusing on the success of our clients, team members, and partners, we all achieve greater success.

Credence has an immediate need for a Acquisition Program/Product Manager in support of the Army Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PM PNT) System Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) Program at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), Maryland. The PM PNT provides administrative, business management, programmatic contracting, information technology (IT), program management, engineering, logistics, test and evaluation (T&E), training, operations, security, technology protection, foreign military sales, and acquisition and strategic planning services to the Army director PNT systems.

The Acquisition Program/Product Manager serves as a direct advisor to the O-6 level office, providing high-level strategic guidance, cross-functional integration, and executive-level decision support. This position operates at the nexus of acquisition, operations, and technology integration, ensuring unity of effort across and alignment with Department of the Army, Department of War, and Joint Force priorities.

The incumbent is entrusted to lead and synchronize special projects, resolve complex organizational challenges, and drive initiatives that enhance the delivery of Assured Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (APNT) and Navigation Warfare (NAVWAR) capabilities to the Warfighter.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed below:

  • Conduct rapid problem-solving for complex acquisition, operational, or organizational challenges.
  • Synthesize complex technical, operational, and acquisition data into clear, actionable insights.
  • Provide independent, analytically rigorous recommendations to inform executive decision-making.
  • Represent the organization in high-level engagements, forums, and cross-CPE/PAE/DoW working groups as required.
  • Ensure alignment of programs and initiatives with Army and DoW priorities and strategies.
  • Lead and execute high-priority, time-sensitive special projects on behalf of the PM, often with enterprise-level visibility.
  • Develop project plans, milestones, and performance metrics; ensure timely execution and delivery of outcomes.
  • Support development and refinement of PM PNT strategic plans and transformation initiatives.
  • Translate senior leader intent into executable plans with clearly defined objectives, tasks, and measures of effectiveness.
  • Conduct strategic assessments and net evaluations to inform future capability investments and organizational posture.
  • Develop high-quality executive products, including decision briefs, information papers, white papers, and senior leader talking points.
  • Prepare the PM for engagements with senior Army leaders, DoW officials, industry partners, and congressional stakeholders.
  • Serve as a key integrator across Army, Joint, interagency, and industry partners.
  • Facilitate collaboration between PM PNT and organizations such as cross-CPE elements, Combatant Commands, and the Intelligence Community.
  • Support development of partnerships that advance APNT and NAVWAR capabilities.
  • Identify opportunities to improve organizational structure, processes, and governance.
  • Identify strategic and programmatic risks; develop mitigation strategies for PM decision.
  • Track and resolve high-visibility issues that impact cost, schedule, and performance across the portfolio.
  • Provide early warning and courses of action to address emerging challenges.

Requirements

Education, Requirements, and Qualifications:

  • Must have an active or current Secret security clearance verifiable in the Defense Information System for Security (DISS)
  • A master’s degree in a relevant discipline is required, accompanied by a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in the applicable technical or professional field, with at least five (5) years specifically within the Department of the Army, Department of Defense/Department of War sector.
  • OR a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline along with at least twelve (12) years of relevant technical or professional experience, including a minimum of five (5) years in a Department of the Army, Department of Defense/Department of War sector.

Must have Acquisition Program or Product Manager, or deputy or assistant deputy experience as an Army O-4/O-5/O-6 or equivalent.

Skills: Exceptional technical writing, oral communication, and strategic planning abilities.

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

What this application asks

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First name, Last name, Email, Headline, Please list your full legal first and last name (e.g., John L. Smith II), Please provide your preferred first name, Phone, By providing a phone number and submitting this form you consent to receive SMS text messages from Credence LLC in accordance with our SMS Privacy Policy (https://credence-llc.com/careers/sms-privacy/) Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency may vary. Reply No, to STOP and opt out., Address, Photo, Education, Experience, List any work related certifications or licenses you currently possess, Please comment on how your prior education and experiences qualify you for the type of employment you are seeking., Summary, Resume, Please indicate which active clearances you have, If you have a security clearance not listed, please fill in., Cover letter, Type of work desired, What is your annual salary expectation? (Ranges are welcomed- non-answers may delay your consideration), What date are you available to join Credence as a new hire?, Are you legally authorized to work in the U.S. as a U.S. citizen or Fully Naturalized U.S. Citizen?
, Do you currently or will you in the future, require an immigration sponsorship and/or a host for a work visa authorization (e.g., F1 or H-1B)?  (if hired, verification will be required consistent with federal law.)
, Are you at least 18 years old?  (if no, you may be required to provide authorization to work)
, How did you hear about us? Was it a job board or an employee? Do tell...., Have you ever worked for Credence before?
If yes, what year and in what role?, Credence honors our Service Members and wonder if you are a Veteran or have Veteran status?, Credence honors our Service Members and their spouses, have you ever been a Military Spouse?, Do you have any relatives employed by this organization?, I have disclosed all information that is relevant and should be considered applicable to my candidacy for employment. 

I understand, where permissible under applicable state and local law, I may be subject to a pre-employment drug test after receiving a conditional offer of employment, and must receive a negative result for illegal drug use before being permitted to commence work with Company. I understand, where permissible under applicable state and local law, I may be subject to a pre-employment medical examination after receiving a conditional offer of employment, and must meet the qualifications for the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, before being permitted to commence work with Company. I understand, where permissible under applicable state and local law, I may be subject to a pre-employment background check after receiving a conditional offer of employment to investigate my criminal background and other matters related to my suitability for employment. Initial to agree., I hereby certify that the information given by me is true in all respects. I authorize Company and its representatives to contact my prior employers and all others (with the exception of my current employer, only if I have marked "May we contact your present employer" on this application as "No") for the purpose of verification of the information I have supplied and release same from any liability resulting from the information released. I authorize employers, schools and other persons named on this application to provide any information or transcripts requested. Initials to agree, I understand employment with Company is also contingent on my providing sufficient documentation necessary to establish my identity and eligibility to work in the United States. 

If employed, I understand that as a condition of employment that I may be required to agree to and sign a non-solicitation, non-disclosure, and/or other similar agreements. I also agree to notify the organization during the pre-employment process of any non-solicitation, non-disclosure, and/or other similar agreements that I may have already signed with current and former employers. 

I expressly understand and agree that, if employed, my employment, having no specified term, is based upon mutual consent and may be terminated at-will, with or without cause, by either party (Company or me) without prior notice to the other, unless otherwise prohibited by law. 

I understand that no representation, whether oral or written, by any representative or agent of Company, at any time, can constitute an implied or express contract of employment. I further understand no representative or agent of Company has the authority to enter into an agreement for employment for any specified period of time or to make any change in any policy, procedure, benefit or other terms or condition of employment other than in a document signed by an authorized representative. 

I understand that the technical processing and transmission of the application, including my personal information, may involve (a) transmissions over various networks, including the transfer of this information to the United States and/or other countries for storage, processing and use by Company, its affiliates, and their agents; and (b) changes to conform and adapt to technical requirements of connecting networks and devices. Accordingly, I agree to permit such parties to make such transmissions and changes, and hereby provide the necessary consent for the same. Initial to agree., Do you currently meet the worksite location requirements for being On-site or Hybrid as defined in the job description?, If “No”, are you willing to relocate to meet this requirement? Please note that candidates who are unable to work onsite or relocate will not meet the position requirements.

  • Do you have an active or current Secret security clearance verifiable in the Defense Information System for Security (DISS)? yes / no

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