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MAR JPO Program Manager Journeyman- Robins AFB Job at Credence in Houston County

Credence, Houston County, GA, United States


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 war-fighters 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 upcoming need for a Program Manager Journeyman to support the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) M- Code Aviation Receiver (MAR) Joint Program Office (JPO) at Warner Robins, GA. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) M- Code Aviation Receiver (MAR) Joint Program Office (JPO) manages systems to provide precise positioning, navigation, and timing information to a variety of Department of War (DoW) weapon systems. These systems include but are not limited to the Software Defined User Equipment (SDUE), Miniaturized Airborne GPS Receiver (MAGR) 2000, Embedded GPS/Inertial Navigation System (EGI), Defense Advanced GPS Receiver (DAGR), GPS Antenna System 1 (GAS-1), Advanced Digital Antenna Production System (ADAP), GPS Antennas, Antenna Electronics (AE), Resilient Embedded GPS/INS (R-EGI), Military GPS User Equipment (MGUE); Air Force Vanguard Transition programs, and alternative navigation capabilities. Some systems are in initial development and many of these systems are undergoing significant modernization efforts to respond to new threats, improve supportability, improve long-term resiliency, and adopt open architecture standards, and digital engineering best practices. Modernization efforts are underway for both the MAGR-2K and the EGI receiver systems in support of aircraft modernization efforts. Additionally, R-EGI and SDUE are in rapid development using innovative acquisition approaches. This opening is slated to kick off in May 2026. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed below: Serve as a senior advisor and subject matter expert to the MAR JPO on program management best practices, policies, and execution strategies Provide expert guidance across the full system life cycle, including requirements development, acquisition planning, development, test, production, fielding, and sustainment Support Program Managers in planning, executing, and controlling cost, schedule, and performance for MAR programs Advise on Air Force, DoW, and AFLCMC acquisition policies, processes, and milestone requirements Assist in development and review of acquisition strategies, program baselines, and program documentation (e.g., SEP, APB, IMS, risk registers) Identify program risks, issues, and opportunities; recommend mitigation strategies and corrective actions Support stakeholder coordination across government, joint partners, industry, and other DoW organizations Provide analysis and recommendations for program trade studies and decision briefs Support execution of the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process in coordination with financial and acquisition teams Assist with contract execution oversight, including performance monitoring and issue resolution Support preparation for program reviews, milestone decisions, audits, and senior leader briefings Provide mentorship and knowledge transfer to junior program managers and integrated product teams (IPTs) Ensure program activities align with PNT, NAVWAR, and M-Code modernization objectives across supported DoW weapon systems Requirements Holds an active Secret clearance Holds PMP or APDP Level 3 certification (preferred) In-depth knowledge of Multi-GNSS programs and PWS tasks Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in a related field and at least seven (7) years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, three (5) of which must be in the DoW Excellent written and verbal communication skills 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

In Summary: Credence has an upcoming need for a Program Manager Journeyman to support the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) M- Code Aviation Receiver (MAR) Joint Program Office (JPO) at Warner Robins, GA . Responsibilities include: Serve as a senior advisor and subject matter expert to the MAR JPO . Modernization efforts are underway for both the MAGR-2K and EGI receiver systems in support of aircraft modernization efforts .

En Español: En Credence, apoyamos a nuestros clientes necesidades de misión críticas, impulsadas por la tecnología. Proporcionamos soluciones de vanguardia, incluidas AI/ML, modernización empresarial y capacidades avanzadas de inteligencia, a las organizaciones federales de defensa y salud más grandes. A través de asociación y confianza, aumentamos el éxito de misiones para los combatientes de guerra y aseguramos a nuestra nación un futuro mejor. Somos privados, son reconocidos repetidamente como un lugar superior para trabajar, y han estado en la lista de Inc. 5000 Empresas Privadas de Más Rápido Crecimiento durante los últimos 12 años. Prácticamos liderazgo de servidores y creemos que al centrarnos en el gran éxito de nuestros clientes, miembros del equipo y socios, todos logramos mayor éxito. Estos sistemas incluyen, pero no se limitan al Equipo de Usuario Definido por Software (SDUE), Miniaturized Airborne GPS Receiver (MAGR) 2000, Embedded GPS/Inertial Navigation System (EGI), Defense Advanced GPS Receptor (DAGR), GPS Antenna System 1 (GAS-1), Advanced Digital Antena Production System (ADAP), GPS antenas, antena electrónica (AE), Resilient embedded gps / INS (R-EGI) , Military GPS User Equipment (MGUE); programas de transición avanzada de la Fuerza Aérea y capacidades alternativas de navegación. Algunos sistemas están en desarrollo inicial y muchos de estos sistemas están experimentando importantes esfuerzos de modernización para responder a nuevas amenazas rápidas, mejorar su compatibilidad, resistencia a largo plazo y arquitectura abierta, así como los mejores esfuerzos digitales. Las responsabilidades incluyen, pero no se limitan a las siguientes tareas: Asistir como asesor senior y experto en materia de políticas, procesos y requisitos de hitos para la JPO MAR sobre mejores prácticas, políticas y estrategias de ejecución del programa Proporcionar orientación especializada durante todo el ciclo de vida del sistema, incluyendo desarrollo de requerimientos, planificación de adquisiciones, desarrollo, prueba, producción, puesta en campo y mantenimiento Gerentes de programas de apoyo en la planificación, ejecución y control de costos, horarios y desempeño de los programas MAR Consultería sobre las políticas, procedimientos y criterios de gestión del programa Y estrategia de implementación de objetivos del programa.