PNT - Field Integration Engineer

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Credence has an immediate need for a Field Integration Engineer at the senior level that will integrate mission equipment packages into tactical vehicles in support of the Army Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PM PNT) System Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) Program. The PM PNT program 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 SETA services provided to PM PNT shall support the planning, development, management, sustainment, and execution of the U.S. Army’s PNT portfolio. PM PNT provides coordinated PNT system of systems architecture and associated PNT products for the Army’s mounted and dismounted platforms. PM PNT is the Army’s lifecycle manager for the Mounted Assured PNT System (MAPS), Dismounted Assured PNT System (DAPS), Assured Protection and ALTNAV Technology Development; and the Resiliency and Software Assurance Measures (RSAM)., as well as any future PNT efforts in both the Contiguous United States (CONUS) and outside the contiguous United States (OCONUS). 

Full pay range for this position is $120,000 to $160,000 per year, with the starting wage determined based on candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, as well as budget availability.

• System Integration Support: Provide engineering, integration, and administration support for PNT-related systems, collaborating with the PM PNT team to ensure proper integration of hardware and software into designated platforms.
• Field Installations: Lead or support the installation of prefabricated kits (displays, GPS antennas, mounts, brackets) into host platforms, including tactical vehicles, and provide on-site troubleshooting and assistance, as necessary.
• Collaboration with Teams: Work closely with the systems engineering team, product teams, and platform integration experts to validate and verify integration activities and system performance during field trials and demonstrations.
• Technical Review & Documentation: Develop and review system integration documentation, including technical data packages, system design specifications, and interface control documents. Ensure that all technical details are incorporated into the installation and integration process.
• System Testing & Validation: Participate in system-level testing, validation, and verification efforts to ensure that PNT systems perform as expected when installed on host platforms, ensuring compliance with performance requirements.
• Problem Solving: Diagnose and troubleshooting issues with integrated systems, providing immediate solutions in the field, and escalating to senior engineers when necessary.
• Field Demonstrations: Support technology demonstrations in operational environments, ensuring that all systems are performing optimally and meeting the required specifications.
• Customer Support: Provide end-user training and product familiarization with platform users and integrators, ensuring effective use and maintenance of integrated systems.
• Compliance with Standards: Ensure that all integration efforts align with industry standards, government regulations, and PM PNT requirements for system integration and testing.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Attend integrated product teams (IPTs), working group meetings, and program reviews to provide input on integration activities, challenges, and solutions.

• An active DoD Secret level security clearance with the ability to obtain a top secret clearance.
• Bachelor's degree required in Engineering discipline, electrical preferred.
• Master's degree preferred in Engineering discipline.
  
• System Engineering Expertise: Experience in systems engineering, including the ability to support system integration, administration, and architecture across the lifecycle of PM PNT products.
• Integration and Testing: Proficiency in hardware and software integration, testing, and evaluation of PM PNT and related systems of systems. This includes supporting field demonstrations and ensuring the system's proper operation.
• Modular and Open Systems Architecture: Knowledge of modular open systems architecture to support rapid integration and technology refreshment. Familiarity with consensus-based standards and practices for system integration.
• Collaboration Tools: Subject matter expertise in commercially available collaboration tools for secure, cross-functional program collaboration.
• Requirements Analysis and Documentation: Ability to contribute to the development and documentation of classified and unclassified PM PNT objectives, requirements, strategies, schedules, and milestone decisions.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Strong experience in coordinating and consulting with various stakeholders, including cross-PEO coordination, PM PNT products, and AFC stakeholders, for the synchronization of PNT systems.
• Integration with Host Platforms: Experience supporting host platform integration for PNT systems, including hardware/software validation.
• Field Support: Ability to provide field support during integration and deployment of PNT systems in operational environments.
• Lifecycle Support: Experience supporting all phases of system lifecycle management, including concept development, architecture, and acquisition planning for PNT-related systems.
• Advanced proficiency with CAD tools beyond Creo, such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks.

Nice To Have Skills

• Advanced Simulation Tools: Familiarity with advanced modeling and simulation tools for system design and integration validation.
• Project Management Skills: Experience in managing small to mid-sized projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and meeting technical specifications.
• Familiarity with Agile Methodology: Knowledge of agile or iterative development processes for improving integration cycles and responding to changes.
• Cross-functional Team Leadership: Ability to lead or mentor cross-functional teams working on integration tasks or field demonstrations.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Ability to analyze system performance data and prepare detailed reports on system integration activities, issues, and resolutions.
• RF and Communication Systems Knowledge: Understanding of Radio Frequency (RF) and communication systems, which can be critical in PNT system integration.
• Experience with C5ISR Systems: Background in integrating Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Combat Systems, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) technologies into tactical environments.

• Travel of up to 25%

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