Systems Engineer, Senior
$86.8k - $198kBooz Allen Hamilton
The Opportunity:
Seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to translate complex satellite mission needs into technical specificationsto support Agile design, development, integration and deployment of a mission management softwarefor heterogeneous, proliferated satellite constellations. Your proven ability to lead systems engineering from requirements-> development-> test-> production will be required to be successful executing this critical defense program.
As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will quickly define requirements to complex technical problems, scope program increments, define backlogs and sprints, develop architectural approaches, and help a great team develop critical satellite capability using highvelocity Agile development process in the system development life cycle. You will lead engineering product teams and ensure rigorous application of high-quality requirements analysis, development, testing, and cybersecurity. You will apply expert knowledge of systems engineering, technical leadership, and system accreditation processes, specifically focusing on the delivery of classified software to cloud-based infrastructures for satellite mission needs.
Join us. The world can't wait.
You Have:
8+ years of experience in systems engineering for complex, cloud-based, or proliferated satellite systems
Experience as a technical lead
Experience as a systemsengineering leader, including delivering complexmissionsoftwareand developing system architectures, requirements,interface definitions, system test plans, deployment plans, and training
Experience conducting test and evaluation of system performance and documentation of results
Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering
Experience with Modeling and Simulation
Experience with Agile, systems engineering, requirements management, increment planning, software design, system test planning, risk management, configuration management, and Cybersecurity
Ability to work onsite at an accredited SCIF or SAPF to support classified system integration
TS/SCI clearance
Bachelor's degree
Nice If You Have:
Experience with mission management or OPIR preferred
Experience as a cost account manager managing budgets for a team of 10+ engineers
Experience using Cameo or similar tool for MBSE
Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite, including Jira for requirements and Confluence for data reporting
Experience with program protection and cybersecurity hardening, including High/Moderate security categorizations
Knowledge of Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) techniques
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems preferred; Master's degree a plus
Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) Certification
Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.
Compensation
At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.
Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.Identity Statement
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided .
Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.
Remote : If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
Hybrid : If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
Onsite : If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
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