Counter Unmanned Systems Defense Mission Expert

Booz Allen Hamilton; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton seeks a Defense Mission Expert to lead and integrate Counter Unmanned Systems initiatives for U.S. military clients. You will guide cross-functional teams, advance mission-ready technologies, and manage complex programs from design to implementation.

You will serve as a senior member of the Warfighter Technology team, coordinating with leadership to ensure value, accountability, and risk management while engaging with customers and stakeholders at the highest levels.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of operations and program management experience in defense or military.
• Knowledge of DOTMLPF, MDMP, JCIDS and related planning processes.
• TS/SCI clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Counter Unmanned Systems program portfolio as CUxS SME and Warfighter Technology team member.
• Guide cross-functional teams in cyber, digital, engineering, science, and analytics on defense projects.
• Coordinate schedules, budgets, and contract deliverables with clients and leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Defense domain

Unmanned systems

Budget management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Master's degree in Business

Job description

Join a culture of empowerment and connectivity.

Develop your craft

Learn the skills you need to accelerate your career.

Discover benefits that support your life and work.

Innovate with intention

Build mission-ready tech that protects the nation.

Counter Unmanned Systems Defense Mission Expert

The Opportunity:
As an expert in defense missions, your unique background inspires you to think bigger, push further, and askquestions others don’t. We need your extensive industry knowledge and advisory skills to guide teams as theysolve some of our clients’ most complex problems and find solutions that keep our nation safe.

As a Defense Mission Expert, you’ll bring your leadership, tactical, andtechnical experience, as well as your in-depth knowledge of DOTMLPF, MDMP, JCIDS, and program management expertise to work alongside thought leadersin cyber, digital, engineering, science, and analytics on projects for Counter Unmanned Systems. You’ll use your skills and expertise as you research, develop, analyze, assess, plan, and support Counter Unmanned Systems initiatives.

You will perform as a senior member in our elite Warfighter Technology team to lead our engineering efforts and build next generation technologies for our defense clients. Work with us to help lead a dynamic team responsible for developing, integrating, and testing digital solutions to create emerging technologies and products for the next generation Warfighter. Serve as a Program Manager for the Family of Counter Unmanned Systems (CUxS) program portfolio and CUxS Subject Matter Expert (SME). Work alongside leadership to ensure Warfighter solutions are fully integrated to increase business capability and value, reduce cost and risk, foster innovation, and maximize accountability and return on investment. Interact frequently with internal and external management and senior-level customer representatives concerning Booz Allen client projects, operational decisions, scheduling requirements, and contractual clarifications. Advise organizational leadership on how to implement emerging technologies and work alongside leadership to ensure Warfighter solutions are fully integrated on a continuous basis to increase mission capability and value to our clients. Maintain responsibility for planning and managing programs in conjunction with the client to execute the development of a complex program from design phase through implementation. Interpret identified configuration management and documentation requirements and convert to program deliverables. Ensure effective communication between technical and non-technical functions within the program. Coordinate and document project schedules, monitor budget, capability performance and assign tasks in accordance with client requirements. Keep the client informed of key issues and changes which may impact expected project results.

You served your country as an Officer now, continue your mission with us. Further yourcareer while creating mission-forward solutions that matter.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 20+ years of experience with operations and program management in the defense industry or the military
• 6+ years of experience developing growth strategies
• Knowledge of product development, from inception to fielding, through strategic planning and implementation of finances, materials, and personnel including onboarding personnel
• Knowledge of advanced unmanned systems technologies, including hardware such as sensors, computation, and power and software such as perception, localization, and autonomy
• Knowledge of Budget Management, Organizational Training, Planning, and Execution within the U.S. military
• Ability to lead lead the strategic design and integration of Counter Unmanned Systems for U.S. military missions and operations
• TS/SCI clearance
• Master’s degree in Business

Nice If You Have:

• Experience transitioning technical innovation to clients and industry
• Experience in capability development
• Experience managing multiple complex Research and Development projects simultaneously
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and providing mentorship
• Experience communicating technical concepts to varied audiences
• Ability to effectively engage customers and manage stakeholders
• Ability to deliver measurable results under high-stakes, no-fail conditions

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 $112,800.00 to $257,000.00 (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. 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 or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a 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.