Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT) SME

Applied Research Solutions
Springfield, Virginia 22161 United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 03, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Federal Government
  • Summary

    Description

    ARS is currently looking for a Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT) SME in Springfield, VA.

    This role requires employee pass background screening for SAP.

    Why Work with us?

    Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respectedas a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.

    Responsibilities

    • Provide senior technical leadership for PNT/APNT and C5ISRT-related analysis, technical requirements assessment, systems engineering oversight, acquisition lifecycle support, Agile development coordination, and risk management for emerging technology development efforts

    • Support classified technical reviews, prototype and experimentation planning, assessment of new and emerging capabilities, and coordination across Government stakeholders to ensure technical recommendations are feasible, traceable, and aligned to mission requirements

    • Other duties as assigned

    Requirements

    • Must be a US citizen

    • TS/SCI clearance with ability to access SAP

    • Leadership and Security: Ten (10) years' experience as a Chief System Engineer (CSE), or a Deputy CSE for a major technology program (or portfolio of programs) valued at over $100M to include experience providing leadership and oversight of complex technology design, manufacturing, integration, and/or test programs.

    • Eight (8) years' experience in leadership capacity on classified programs at the SCI level or higher.

    • Alternate Positioning, Navigation and Timing (APNT) Operational and Technical Experience: Eight (8) years' experience in military tactics and technical methods focused on control and protection of Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT) data in contested environments, to include role of C5ISRT to support military operations.

    • Five (5) years' experience of overseeing technical requirements and assessments for new and emerging capabilities.

    • Development Lifecycle & Process Management: Five (5) years' experience executing activities in support of the DoD 5000 series acquisition lifecycle process.

    • Five (5) years' experience using Agile Development processes.

    • Five (5) years' experience establishing and managing a formal risk management process for a technology development program.

    Education:

    • Master's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, scientific, or technical discipline that is related to PNT and/or C5ISRT.

    Preferred Skills and Experience:

    • Military or DoW experience.

    • C5ISRT and C-C5ISRT: Eight (8) years' experience with systems that integrate and analyze data from multiple sources and countering these systems.

    All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

    This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

    This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

    This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

    For further information, please review the Know Your Rights ( notice from the Department of Labor.

  • Job Description

    Description

    ARS is currently looking for a Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT) SME in Springfield, VA.

    This role requires employee pass background screening for SAP.

    Why Work with us?

    Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respectedas a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.

    Responsibilities

    • Provide senior technical leadership for PNT/APNT and C5ISRT-related analysis, technical requirements assessment, systems engineering oversight, acquisition lifecycle support, Agile development coordination, and risk management for emerging technology development efforts

    • Support classified technical reviews, prototype and experimentation planning, assessment of new and emerging capabilities, and coordination across Government stakeholders to ensure technical recommendations are feasible, traceable, and aligned to mission requirements

    • Other duties as assigned

    Requirements

    • Must be a US citizen

    • TS/SCI clearance with ability to access SAP

    • Leadership and Security: Ten (10) years' experience as a Chief System Engineer (CSE), or a Deputy CSE for a major technology program (or portfolio of programs) valued at over $100M to include experience providing leadership and oversight of complex technology design, manufacturing, integration, and/or test programs.

    • Eight (8) years' experience in leadership capacity on classified programs at the SCI level or higher.

    • Alternate Positioning, Navigation and Timing (APNT) Operational and Technical Experience: Eight (8) years' experience in military tactics and technical methods focused on control and protection of Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT) data in contested environments, to include role of C5ISRT to support military operations.

    • Five (5) years' experience of overseeing technical requirements and assessments for new and emerging capabilities.

    • Development Lifecycle & Process Management: Five (5) years' experience executing activities in support of the DoD 5000 series acquisition lifecycle process.

    • Five (5) years' experience using Agile Development processes.

    • Five (5) years' experience establishing and managing a formal risk management process for a technology development program.

    Education:

    • Master's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, scientific, or technical discipline that is related to PNT and/or C5ISRT.

    Preferred Skills and Experience:

    • Military or DoW experience.

    • C5ISRT and C-C5ISRT: Eight (8) years' experience with systems that integrate and analyze data from multiple sources and countering these systems.

    All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

    This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

    This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

    This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

    For further information, please review the Know Your Rights ( notice from the Department of Labor.

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