Structural Engineering Support (HSTAB) Principal F-16-214

Credence Management Solutions, LLC

Riverdale (UT)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 190,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Disability insurance

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Job summary

Credence Management Solutions, LLC has an immediate opening for a Structural Engineering Support (HSTAB) at the Principal level to support the AFLCMC/WAM, F-16 division at Hill AFB, UT. The role emphasizes technical leadership in troubleshooting F-16 structures, integration, and airworthiness certification, with DoD-focused experience.

The candidate will bring advanced degrees and extensive DoD experience, coordinating with multiple bases and ensuring mission-focused excellence in defense

Qualifications

Master's or Doctoral Degree in a related field with 20+ years of technical experience, 12+ in DoD.
Bachelor's Degree in a related field with 25+ years of experience, 15+ in DoD.
30+ years of directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the PWS, 20+ in DoD.
Recommend BS in aerospace or mechanical engineering from ABET accredited university.
Recommend at least five years in aircraft structural engineering, including sustainment, durability and damage tolerance analysis, fatigue and fracture mechanics and repair design.

Responsibilities

Shall provide the technical lead in troubleshooting F-16 structural problems, developing improvements leading to the resolution of issues identified, integration, verification, qualification for airworthiness certification, and fielding of repairs and modifications as defined in, or derived from, program requirements.
Active Secret security clearance.

Skills

Active Secret clearance

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in related field

Bachelor's degree in related field

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 opening for a Structural Engineering Support (HSTAB) at the Principal level who will be primarily responsible for supporting the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center WAM (AFLCMC/WAM) directorate, F-16 division at Hill AFB, UT

F-16 "Viper" AFLCMC/WAM is headquartered at Hill Air Force Base with units located at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Tyndall Air Force Base, Eglin Air Force Base, and Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. The F-16 "Viper" is a multi-role fighter jet delivering air-to-air, air-to-ground, and surveillance capabilities for the United States Air Force (USAF) and Coalition Partners.

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

Shall provide the technical lead in troubleshooting F-16 structural problems, developing improvements leading to the resolution of issues identified, integration, verification, qualification for airworthiness certification, and fielding of repairs and modifications as defined in, or derived from, program requirements.

Overview

Position Summary

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

Shall provide the technical lead in troubleshooting F-16 structural problems, developing improvements leading to the resolution of issues identified, integration, verification, qualification for airworthiness certification, and fielding of repairs and modifications as defined in, or derived from, program requirements.

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

Active Secret security clearance.

Master's or Doctoral Degree in a related field and a minimum of 20 years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, at least 12 of which must be in the DoD

OR, Bachelor's Degree in a related field and a minimum of 25 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, at least 15 years of which must be in the DoD

OR, a minimum of 30 years of directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the PWS labor category performance requirements, at least 20 years of which must be in the DoD.

Recommend a minimum of BS degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering from an ABET accredited university.

Recommend a minimum of five years of experience in the aircraft structural engineering field, including, but not limited to, sustainment, durability and damage tolerance analysis, fatigue and fracture mechanics and material properties, repair design and integration.

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!