Software Lead and Integration Manager

Booz Allen Hamilton; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Software Lead and Integration Manager at Peterson AFB, Colorado to guide a diverse team of physicists, systems engineers, and software developers. Youll drive end-to-end software solutions that integrate RF, space weather concepts, and mission requirements.

The role combines hands-on coding with strategic leadership: reading and writing Python, JavaScript, or C/C++, mentoring engineers, and coordinating across science, software, hardware, and systems engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field such as Physics, CS, Electrical Engineering, or Mathematics
• Top Secret clearance required
• Experience leading highly technical teams
• Ability to read and program across the stack (Python/JS/C/C++)

Responsibilities

• Lead a cross-functional team of scientists, engineers, and software developers
• Evaluate physics-based concepts and translate them into scalable software
• Design, test, and implement end-to-end software solutions

Skills

RF/space weather experience

Full-stack development

Cross-functional leadership

Programming: Python/JavaScript/C/C++

React/Angular/REST/GraphQL

Top Secret clearance

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in a STEM field

Tools

Kubernetes

Software factories

Job description

## Software Lead and Integration ManagerApplylocations: Peterson AFB, COtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdaytime left to apply: End Date: November 9, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R0246688Software Lead and Integration Manager**The Opportunity:**As a software integrator, you know that good software is more than just a nice-looking interface and data. You need the right combination of clean code, APIs, analytics, and infrastructure to develop a user-focused solution. We’re looking for an engineer like you to lead a U.S. Space Force team of physicists, systems engineers, and software developers as they develop efficient and effective software to support both U.S. Air Force and U.S. Navy end users.In this role, you will lead a cross-functional team responsible for evaluating physics-based concepts, designing and testing software, and implementing end-to-end solutions. You will leverage experience with radio frequency (RF) and space weather concepts and translate scientific needs into scalable, mission-driven software solutions. This role requires hands-on ability to read, program, and review code across the stack, while also providing strategic direction and mentorship to engineering and science personnel. You will collaborate across disciplines, communicate complex technical concepts clearly to stakeholders, and drive alignment between scientific objectives and software development efforts. Success in this role requires a balance of technical depth, leadership, excellent communication skills, and the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, mission-focused environment.As a member of our team, you’ll demonstrate a proactive approach to work, consistently anticipating needs and taking initiative to address challenges before they arise. You will seek opportunities for improvement and contribute innovative ideas to drive our team’s success. Work with us as we develop software solutions to support our service members abroad. This position is located in Peterson AFB, CO.Join us. The world can’t wait.**You Have:*** Experience with scientific concepts related to radio frequency (RF), the electromagnetic spectrum, or space weather* Experience with full-stack development* Experience interacting with technical and non-technical audiences at varying levels* Experience leading highly technical teams* Ability to read and program in Python, JavaScript, or C/C++, and in frameworks such as React, Angular, REST, or GraphQL* Ability to coordinate and drive outcomes across various cross-functional teams such as science, software, hardware, and systems engineering* Top Secret clearance* Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field such as Physics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Mathematics**Nice If You Have:*** Experience with radar systems or radar modeling and signal processing* Experience working with Kubernetes or software factories* Experience with requirements analysis* Ability to run and evaluate complex simulation frameworks* Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills* TS/SCI clearance* Master’s degree in Physics, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering preferred; Doctorate degree in Physics, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering a plus* Ability to obtain a Security+ Certification within 2 months of hire date**Clearance:**Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Top Secret clearance is required.Skills AssessmentAs part of Booz Allen’s skills first hiring process, candidates must complete the required skills assessment to ensure they meet the Basic Qualifications for this role. Candidates must complete the assessment and meet the minimum proficiency threshold to continue in the hiring process.**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 $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (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.