EMSO Solution Architect

Booz Allen Hamilton; Belcamp (Ghost Town) (TX); On-site; USD 112,800 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking an EMSO Solution Architect to translate RF, EW, and EMSO needs into scalable system concepts and fieldable prototypes. You will guide architecture decisions, drive integration across software and hardware, and mentor junior engineers in a mission-focused environment.

Join a team delivering spectrum-driven solutions for defense programs, shaping roadmaps as threats evolve, and engaging stakeholders in technical demonstrations and briefings.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience designing and developing RF, EW, or EMSO solutions using software and COTS hardware.
• Experience with systems design and documentation using MS Visio or Atlassian for task tracking and documentation.
• Knowledge of mission-critical systems integration, including interoperability between RF front-ends, mission‑application software and hardware, signal-processing frameworks, and military systems.
• Knowledge of how sensing, analytics, and mission applications integrate into full spectrum-operations systems.
• Ability to work in Agile development environments with CI/CD and DevSecOps for rapid prototyping and fieldable capabilities.
• Ability to travel 25% of the time.
• Secret clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering or STEM.

Responsibilities

• Translate complex RF, EW, and EMSO needs into actionable system concepts and designs.
• Guide software architecture and modular hardware approaches for scalable signal-processing solutions.
• Lead requirements development, trade analysis, integration, and test following a systems development methodology.
• Engage stakeholders and deliver capability demonstrations to mission partners.
• Mentor engineers to shape next-gen EMSO capabilities.

Skills

RF/EMSO design

Visio/Atlassian

Systems integration

Sensing analytics

Agile/CI/CD

Stakeholder mgmt

Travel 25%

Secret clearance

BS in STEM

Modular RF/EW apps

Docker/Kubernetes

Cloud/Data Eng

ML/AI workflows

Security+

TS/SCI clearance

MS in STEM or CS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering or STEM

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

EMSO Solution Architect

The Opportunity

Sometimes a customer describes a challenge, and the complete solution forms in your mind so clearly that you catch yourself thinking, if only I could build this right now. When you have designed, integrated, and fielded a wide range of radio‑frequency and Electromagnetic Warfare systems, you reach a level where you can create effective solutions for any spectrum‑related challenge while also anticipating and countering emerging threats before they appear. You become the systems engineer trusted to secure tactical and operational advantage in the spectrum. You build this capability through years of hands‑on development guiding software efforts, leveraging commercial off‑the‑shelf hardware, and deep understanding of how sensing, effects, analytics, and mission applications combine to enable Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations for tactical and operational customers.

Are you ready to apply your knowledge, skill, and experience to some of the toughest challenges in defense across the electromagnetic spectrum? As a systems engineer on a mixed discipline team, you will translate complex radio‑frequency, Electromagnetic Warfare, and Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations mission needs into actionable system concepts and designs. You will guide the application and advancements of a reliable, proven software architecture and modular hardware approach to produce scalable signal‑processing solutions and rapidly fieldable prototypes. You will guide systems requirements development, hardware trade analysis, integration, and test following a systems development methodology. Your work will shape how the Department of War adopts and evolves spectrum‑driven technologies, from early‑stage concepts and demonstrations to full integration into operational systems. You will adjust capability roadmaps as threats evolve, develop, and deliver solution briefs, engage with stakeholders, and highlight advancements at conferences and trade shows.

Once you have mastered these responsibilities, the next step is to mentor the engineers who will define the future battlespace and drive the next generation of RF, Electromagnetic Warfare, and Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations innovation.

Work with us and help build the future of spectrum‑dominant technology in defense for the better.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have

• 5+ years of experience designing and developing RF, Electromagnetic Warfare, or Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations solutions using software and commercial off‑the‑shelf hardware

• Experience with systems design and documentation using MS Visio or Atlassian for task tracking and documentation

• Knowledge of mission‑critical systems integration, including interoperability between RF front‑ends, mission‑application software and hardware, signal‑processing frameworks, and military systems within the Department of War environment

• Knowledge of how sensing, effects, analytics, and mission applications integrate into full spectrum‑operations systems

• Ability to work in Agile development environments with continuous‑integration and DevSecOps practices that support rapid prototyping, scalable digital‑signal‑processing pipelines, and accelerated delivery of fieldable RF, EW, and EMSO capabilities

• Ability to establish trust, communicate effectively, and maintain strong relationships with clients, operators, mission stakeholders, and technical partners, ensuring alignment of RF, EW, and EMSO mission needs with system design and capability roadmaps

• Ability to travel 25% of the time

• Secret clearance

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, or a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) field

Nice If You Have

• 10+ years of experience developing modular, service‑based RF and EW mission applications using microservices, well‑defined API specifications, and distributed processing frameworks to support scalable spectrum operations

• Experience with orchestration and containerized deployments, such as Docker, Kubernetes, and serverless platforms to enable rapid fielding, automated scaling, and reliable delivery of RF, digital‑signal‑processing, and EW mission services across contested environments

• Experience applying cloud technologies and data‑engineering techniques to host, process, and fuse high‑volume RF and EW data, supporting real‑time analytics and operationally relevant prototype deployments

• Knowledge of advanced analytics, artificial‑intelligence and machine‑learning workflows, and the use of disciplined MLOps pipelines to support adaptive, intelligent spectrum‑operations decision making

• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills for presenting technical EW and EMSO concepts, explaining architecture decisions, and delivering capability demonstrations to mission stakeholders

• TS/SCI clearance

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or STEM field

• CompTIA Security+ Certification

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

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, 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.