Job Description Remote Work: No Job Number: R0215081 Location: Fort Meade,MD,US

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The Opportunity: 

Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big-picture thinking to make an impact in Department of Defense (DoD) communications systems?  You understand your customer’s environment and how to develop the right systems for their mission. Your ability to translate real-world needs into technical specifications makes you an integral part of delivering a customer-focused engineering solution.

As a systems engineer on our team, you will apply your systems engineering expertise to deliver satellite communications networks for a worldwide network of satellite communications facilities that provide multifaceted critical data to tactical and strategic users. You will assist in the development of Enterprise-level system architectures and supporting documentation to manage the development, fielding, sustainment, technical refresh, and operations of satellite communications systems.    

This is your chance to develop your skills in systems engineering while gaining mentoring and experience in the national security industry.   

Join us. The world can’t wait. 

You Have: 

2+ years of experience with system engineering activities including requirements analysis, engineering, design, integration, sustainment, testing, and technology refresh

Experience assessing satellite communications system architectures and current hardware limitations, definition and selection of new concepts and approaches, design, development, and implementation

Experience participating in the planning, organizing, and conducting of technical projects design and development, testing, fielding, and sustainment

Experience with developing systems engineering plans identifying cost, schedule, and performance risks, and developing mitigation plans

Experience analyzing, evaluating, and planning methods of approach to achieve solutions to complex technical problems

Experience coordinating and consolidating design efforts on major projects

Knowledge of SATCOM Gateway and Teleport architectures and capabilities

Knowledge of security architecture evaluation, guidance development, and troubleshooting

Secret clearance

HS diploma or GED

Nice If You Have: 

2+ years of experience in a military communications field, including Defense Information Systems Networks, commercial networks, and coalition network connectivity

Knowledge of DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF), Satellite Communications, and IP network technologies

Knowledge of DoDI 5000.02 acquisition life cycle and systems engineering requirements

Knowledge of wideband, narrowband, and protected military satellite communications

Bachelor’s degree

INCOSE ASEP or CSEP, Security+, and CCNA Certifications

Clearance: 

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.  

  

Compensation

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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 $60,400.00 to $137,000.00 (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

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Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific 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.