Senior Program Manager

Credence; Eglin Air Force Base (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k retirement plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Credence is seeking a Senior Program Manager to support the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Air Dominance Division, at Eglin AFB, FL. This onsite role requires leadership across the full acquisition life cycle for air armament and munitions programs, with a focus on data-driven decision making and program optimization.

The position expects DoD acquisition experience, DoD processes knowledge, plus the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams, manage risk, and deliver briefings to

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance.
• BS with 25+ years of relevant experience, or MS with 15+ years.
• PMP (Preferred).
• DAWIA Level II or III in Program Management (Preferred).
• Experience with DoD acquisition lifecycle and AFLCMC or equivalent.
• Experience with armament systems and Foreign Military Sales (FMS).
• Familiarity with JCIDS processes (ICD, CDD, CPD).
• Knowledge of EVM, risk management and scheduling tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide acquisition program management support across all phases of the DoD acquisition lifecycle (MSA through OPS).
• Advise Government Program Managers on program execution, acquisition strategy, and risk management.
• Develop, review, and coordinate acquisition documentation such as AS, SEP, TEMP, LCSP, SOW, SOO, and CDRLs.
• Monitor and evaluate program cost, schedule, and performance using metrics and EVM.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks; maintain risk registers.
• Lead or support IPTs, milestone reviews, and technical reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR).
• Support source selection activities, including proposal evaluation and contract modifications.
• Coordinate across engineering, logistics, test, and financial stakeholders for integrated execution.
• Prepare and deliver briefings and status reports to senior leadership.
• Support Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and international armaments cooperation as applicable.
• Must have an active Top Secret security clearance.

Job description

Overview

Join a team where innovation meets mission. Our AI, cloud, cyber, and modernization solutions save agencies thousands of hours, safeguard national security, and strengthen health and humanitarian missions worldwide. With more than 1,700+ team members, 1,500+ AI & data experts, and 100+ prime contracts, we deliver on a scale and with purpose.

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 Manager supporting the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center Air Dominance Division(AFLCMC/EBA) at Eglin AFB, FL. This position provides acquisition and program management support across the full life cycle of air armament and conventional munitions systems, enabling rapid, data-driven decision making in support of mission-critical programs. The Air Dominance Division (AFLCMC/EBA) is responsible for delivering advanced air dominanceand weapons capabilities for the United States.

Our Program Managers support the government with planning, researching, analyzing and assessing the effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of weapons systems and associated equipment acquisitions (development, productionanddeployment), and formulate plans and recommend strategies to meet cost, schedule, and performanceobjectives.

This job is onsite at Eglin AFB, FL.

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

• Provide acquisition program management support across all phases of the DoD acquisition lifecycle (Materiel Solution Analysis through Operations & Support)
• Advise Government Program Managers on program execution, acquisition strategy, and risk management
• Develop, review, and coordinate acquisition documentation such as:
• Acquisition Strategy (AS)
• Systems Engineering Plan (SEP)
• Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP)
• Life Cycle Sustainment Plan (LCSP)
• Statement of Work (SOW), Statement of Objectives (SOO), and Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs)
• Monitor and evaluate program cost, schedule, and performance using metrics and Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks; maintain and manage risk registers
• Lead or support Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), milestone reviews, and technical reviews (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR)
• Support source selection activities, including proposal evaluation and contract modifications
• Coordinate across engineering, logistics, test, and financial stakeholders to ensure integrated program execution
• Prepare and deliver briefings, status reports, and decision support materials to senior leadership
• Support Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and international armaments cooperation efforts, as applicable
• Must have an active or current Top Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor of Science degree and twenty-five (25) years of relevant experience
• Or a master’s degree and at least fifteen (15) years of relevant experience.
• Program management experience preferably within a DoD acquisition or other regulated environment
• PMP (Project Management Professional (Preferred).
• DAWIA Level II or III in Program Management or equivalent (Preferred).
• Experience supporting AFLCMC, SAF/AQ, or equivalent Air Force acquisition organizations
• Experience with armament systems (air-to-air, air-to-surface munitions, missiles, or related systems)
• Experience supporting Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs
• Strong knowledge of DoD acquisition lifecycle processes and DoDI 5000 series
• Experience developing and reviewing acquisition documentation (AS, SEP, TEMP, LCSP, etc.)
• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) analysis and reporting
• Experience with risk management and mitigation planning
• Familiarity with scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera)
• Understanding of requirements development and JCIDS processes (ICD, CDD, CPD)

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!

• 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