Systems Engineer

Your growth matters to us - explore our career development opportunities. BE EMPOWERED TO SUCCEED Connect with others in our people‑first culture and enhance our collective ingenuity. SUPPORT YOUR WELLBEING Learn how we’ll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life. YOUR CANDIDATE JOURNEY Discover what to expect during your journey as a candidate with us. Systems Engineer The Opportunity When Air Force personnel depend on hardware systems like radars, navigation aids, shelters, sensors, electronics, and structural elements, they expect reliability and safe operation in demanding environments. Validating that performance requires hands‑on engineering, disciplined test planning, and the ability to evaluate complex systems throughout their lifecycle. That’s why we need a Test Engineer like you with experience in hardware and systems testing to help assess, verify, and sustain mission‑critical Air Traffic Control and Landing Systems ( ATCALS ). Responsibilities As a Hardware Test Engineer, you’ll support RDT & E efforts across system, subsystem, and component‑level testing. You’ll develop test strategies, trace engineering requirements, and execute testing involving functional checks, component diagnostics, environmental evaluation, durability testing, and NDI or NDT assessments. You’ll investigate anomalies, participate in failure analyses, and collaborate with government test organizations to document results and validate improvements. Work with us as we help ensure the reliability and availability of critical systems supporting global air operations. You Have 5+ years of experience performing hardware, system, or component‑level testing Experience developing and executing hardware or system‑level test plans, procedures, and reports Experience validating engineering requirements in lab, field, or operationally representative environments Experience with instrumentation, diagnostics, or troubleshooting physical components Experience supporting developmental or operational testing Ability to assess system behavior, identify risks, and communicate technical findings clearly Ability to obtain a Secret clearance Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering field such as Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering Nice If You Have Experience with NDI or NDT methods such as ultrasonic, eddy‑current, X‑ray, and thermal Experience with environmental, reliability, lifecycle, or endurance testing Experience with prototype evaluation, qualification testing, or environmental chamber testing Experience with ATCALS systems, avionics hardware, radars, or ground‑based navigation systems Experience supporting structural or materials testing Master’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field Engineering certifications Clearance Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. 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. 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). 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 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr