Assured Position, Navigation and Timing (APNT) Administrator IRES - SSFB/HSV

About the role

The Assured Position, Navigation and Timing (APNT) Administrator supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract. Key responsibilities include developing system and reference architectures, user requirements, and technical specifications; conducting vulnerability assessments; and providing SME support on PNT system integration.

Responsibilities

• Develop system and reference architectures for expeditionary APNT within mounted, dismounted, and C2 environments.
• Develop user requirements and technical specifications for expeditionary APNT capabilities.
• Develop thorough testing practices and analysis of incremental system improvements.
• Develop modeling for the entire project lifecycle using a tailored and integrated framework based on TOGAF and ITIL best practices.
• Deploy and test the Test Asset Fly-Away Kit (TAFAK).
• Perform market analysis/technical assessments of new and emerging APNT capabilities.
• Mentor government and contractor staff on PNT related topics.
• Provide SME support on APNT system integration within/on military platforms and with PNT dependent client systems.
• Provide SME oversight into the development and testing of PNT technologies/systems to ensure systems satisfy requirements and their effectiveness and/or limitations are known in contested environments.
• Conduct / participate in modeling and simulation activities on APNT capabilities/systems.
• Evaluate military platforms and systems to identify vulnerabilities to jamming, spoofing, and other MDA threats.
• Develop, test, and implement technologies and procedures to protect friendly forces from PNT attacks.
• Advise on tactics to deny, degrade, or deceive an adversary's access to PNT data.
• Assess new technologies for PNT resilience, such as advanced anti-jam antennas, multi-sensor integration, and alternative PNT solutions.
• Collaborate with interagency and allied partners to build a common understanding of PNT-related challenges and coordinate responses.
• Review CDRLs from APNT vendors to ensure contract / technical compliance and that positive progress is being made.
• Afford assistance to team leadership/members in identifying and implementing process improvement initiatives, problem-solving actions, and in gaining consensus from senior leadership and stakeholders on solutions to issues that may conflict with existing policies, organizational objectives, and/or practices.
• Gather and apply data to determine, update, and maintain credible and relevant metrics in support of program objectives and decision points.

Requirements

• 12+ years of general (full-time) work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 6+ years of directly related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience as a PNT systems engineer/administrator supporting a large enterprise with knowledge of large operational environments.
• General networking experience.
• A current DoD 8570.01 IAT Level II Certification or higher.
• Recognized APNT subject matter expertise with a deep knowledge of the military tactics and technical methods used to control and protect PNT data in contested environments.
• An active DoD Secret Security Clearance.

Qualifications

• Must have a current DoD Secret Security Clearance.

Skills

• PNT systems engineering.
• System architecture development.
• Vulnerability assessment and mitigation.
• Collaboration and interagency coordination.
• Technical writing and briefing.
• Problem-solving and decision-making.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retail retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching).
• Education reimbursement.
• Parental leave.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Tax-saving options.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Pet insurance.

Pay

$135,000 - $155,000

Schedule

Day shift

Benefits Overview

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include: Health, dental, and vision insurance; Paid time off and holidays; Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching); Educational reimbursement; Parental leave; Employee stock purchase plan; Tax-saving options; Disability and life insurance; Pet insurance.

Original Posting

07/13/2026 - 07/22/2026