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How much do pnt engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for pnt engineer in the United States is $101,752.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Pnt Engineer vs Structural Engineer?

AspectPnt EngineerStructural Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Civil or related field, certifications like NICET or equivalentBachelor's or Master's in Civil or Structural Engineering, PE license often required
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, manufacturing plants, industrial facilitiesDesign offices, construction sites, consulting firms
Industry UsageConstruction, industrial maintenance, manufacturingBuilding design, infrastructure projects, bridges, buildings

While both Pnt Engineers and Structural Engineers work within the civil engineering field, Pnt Engineers primarily focus on pavement and surface maintenance, often working on roads and industrial surfaces. Structural Engineers concentrate on designing and analyzing load-bearing structures like buildings and bridges. Their credentials, work environments, and industry applications overlap but serve different specialized roles within civil engineering projects.

What are some common challenges PNT Engineers face when integrating new navigation technologies into existing systems?

PNT (Position, Navigation, and Timing) Engineers often encounter challenges when integrating new navigation technologies, such as ensuring compatibility with legacy hardware and software, minimizing signal interference, and maintaining system reliability. Adapting to rapidly evolving standards and safeguarding systems against cybersecurity threats are also key concerns. Effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, including software developers and hardware engineers, is essential to address integration issues and deliver robust solutions.

What is a Pnt Engineer?

A Pnt Engineer, or Points Engineer, is a professional responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of railway track switches (known as 'points' in the UK) and signaling equipment. They ensure that trains can be safely directed from one track to another by keeping these mechanical and electrical systems in optimal working condition. Pnt Engineers often work as part of a team, conducting inspections, troubleshooting issues, and implementing upgrades to improve rail network efficiency and safety. Their work is essential for minimizing train delays and preventing accidents caused by faulty track switches.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a PNT Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a PNT (Positioning, Navigation, and Timing) Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical engineering, signal processing, and satellite navigation principles, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with GNSS systems, simulation tools like MATLAB, and certifications such as PMP or GNSS-specific credentials are commonly required. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication skills help differentiate top performers in this field. These skills ensure accurate system development, reliable performance, and effective collaboration on complex navigation solutions.
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Infographic showing various Pnt Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,752 per year, or $48.9 per hour.
Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) Engineering Support F-16 WAM (Top-Secret)

Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) Engineering Support F-16 WAM (Top-Secret)

Credence

Wright-patterson Air Force Base, OH • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Overview

At Credence, we support our clients' mission-critical needs, powered by technology. We provide cutting-edge solutions, including AI/ML, enterprise modernization, and advanced intelligence capabilities, to the largest defense and health federal organizations. Through partnership and trust, we increase mission success for warfighters and secure our nation for a better future. 

We are privately held, are repeatedly recognized as a top place to work, and have been on the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies list for the last 12 years. We practice servant leadership and believe that by focusing on the success of our clients, team members, and partners, we all achieve greater success. 

Credence has an immediate opening for an Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) Engineering Support at the senior level who will be primarily responsible for supporting the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center WAM (AFLCMC/WAM) directorate, F-16 division at Wright Patterson AFB, OH.

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.

The F-16 program has the largest Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program in U.S. history producing over 4,500 jets for 24 countries.  Each F-16 FMS case is uniquely tailored to country requirements / development / funding.  Presently, FMS production orders exist through 2030. Additionally, the F-16 program includes the Multi-National Fighter Program (MNFP). MNFP is not a typical FMS program, but a unique, cooperative USAF and development program implemented through the FMS process under the framework of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). MNFP began in 1975 with the countries of Belgium, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Norway; Portugal joined in 200.

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

  • Support major F-16 upgrade programs that incorporate complex avionics upgrades to develop new Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) and alternate PNT capabilities.
  • Support engineering and technical requirements derivation, design, development, integration, verification, qualification for airworthiness certification, and fielding of F-16 PNT systems, including Inertial Navigation Systems (INS), transponders, Global Positioning System (GPS), and other forms of alternate PNT as defined in, or derived from, program requirements.

Requirements

Education, Requirements and Qualifications:

  • Must have at least an active or current top-secret security clearance verifiable in the Defense Information for Security (DISS).
  • For engineering positions, must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree with a major in engineering from a college or university with an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited engineering program for the degree requirements of the position, such as electrical, mechanical, or aerospace engineering. Degrees in engineering technology are not considered qualifying for these positions. The degree must have been received in the year of, or any year after, the original date of accreditation.
  • Master's or Doctoral Degree in a related field and a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, at least five (5) of which must be in the DoD
  • OR, Bachelor's Degree in a related field and a minimum of twelve (12) years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five (5) of which must be in the DoD
  • OR, a minimum of fifteen (15) years of directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the PWS labor category performance requirements, eight (8) of which must be in the DoD.
  • In addition to PWS Paragraphs 3.1.1 and 3.3.1, recommend an ABET-accredited degree in electrical engineering.
  • Recommend a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in fighter aircraft avionics engineering.
  • Recommend experience with U.S. and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) military aircraft Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) and alternate PNT solutions.
  • Recommend experience with Open Systems Architecture (OSA) standards.

Benefits

  • 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

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