Weapons Systems Engineer, Lead

Weapons Systems Engineer, Lead

The Opportunity: 

Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big picture thinking to make an impact in national security and global defense? 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 leader in systems engineering, we’re looking for you to solve complex challenges and shape the Air Force by leading the airworthiness effort for an advanced weapons system. Your customers will trust you to not only develop systems, but also evolve them with advanced technology solutions.

Join us. The world can’t wait. 

You Have: 

• 8 years of experience as an engineer supporting the Air Force or DoD

• Experience with engineering in aerospace or defense projects

• Experience with airworthiness

• Experience with system safety

• Knowledge of DoD acquisition processes, system program office operations, and weapon system and support organizations

• Secret clearance 

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or ME

Nice If You Have: 

• Experience with technical writing

• Knowledge of aerodynamics, avionics, and aircraft systems

• Knowledge of Weapon and Aircraft Familiarization

• Knowledge of Weapon System Safety Features Technical Description, Function, and Purpose

• Possession of excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Top Secret clearance

• Master's degree

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 $96,600.00 to $220,000.00 (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.

EEO Commitment

We’re an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change – no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

Salary : $96,600 - $220,000