Assured Position, Navigation and Timing Administrator

Amentum

APNT Administrator supporting Missile Defense Agency on Integrated Research and Development solutions. Developing architectures, user requirements, and conducting testing for expeditionary APNT capabilities.

Posted 7/13/2026full-timeColorado Springs • Alabama, Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $135,000 - $155,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Assured Position, Navigation and Timing (APNT) systems engineering and administration, with a focus on developing user requirements, technical specifications, and testing practices. Proven ability to mentor staff, conduct vulnerability assessments, and collaborate with interagency partners to enhance PNT capabilities.

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PNT Systems EngineeringAPNT Subject Matter ExpertiseDoD 8570.01 IAT Level II CertificationVulnerability AssessmentsLeadership Experience

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Hard Skills

System Architecture DevelopmentTechnical Specification DevelopmentModeling and SimulationMarket AnalysisTesting PracticesIncremental System ImprovementMitigation StrategiesTechnology EvaluationData AnalysisProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationProblem-SolvingConsensus Building

Tools & Technologies

TOGAFITILTest Asset Fly-Away Kit (TAFAK)Anti-Jam AntennasMulti-Sensor Integration

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Missile Defense AgencyIntegrated Research and Development for Enterprise SolutionsPNT Data ProtectionMilitary TacticsContested Environments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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.
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 as they become technologically and programmatically available.
Develop modeling for the entire project lifecycle using a tailored and integrated framework based on TOGAF and ITIL best practices.
Develop / author deliverables in the form of technical papers and technical briefs required to convey information, interpret data, and provide courses of action to decision makers.
Deployment and Testing of the Test Asset Fly-Away Kit (TAFAK).
Perform market analysis/technical assessments of new and emerging, commercially available APNT capabilities, including anti-jam antennas, distribution hubs, and various mission-essential accessories.
Mentor government and contractor staff on PNT related topics.
Providing SME support on APNT system integration within/on military platforms and with PNT dependent client systems.
Conduct / participate in modeling and simulation activities on APNT capabilities/systems.
Vulnerability assessments: Evaluate military platforms and systems to identify vulnerabilities to jamming, spoofing, and other MDA threats.
Mitigation strategies: Develop, test, and implement technologies and procedures to protect friendly forces from PNT attacks.
Offensive operations: Advise on tactics to deny, degrade, or deceive an adversary's access to PNT data.
Technology evaluation: Assess new technologies for PNT resilience, such as advanced anti-jam antennas, multi-sensor integration, and alternative PNT solutions.
Interagency and coalition coordination: 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.
Assist 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

What you’ll need

Must have 12, or more, years of general (full-time) work experience
Must have 6, or more, years of directly related experience
Must have 1, or more, years of experience working in a management or leadership role
Must have experience as a PNT systems engineer/administrator supporting a large enterprise with knowledge of large operational environments
Must have general networking experience
Must have a current DoD 8570.01 IAT Level II Certification or higher
Possess 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
Must have an active DoD Secret Security Clearance

Benefits

Comp & perks

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