Systems Engineer, Lead

Booz-Allen-Hamilton; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition assistance

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Booz Allen in El Segundo, CA, is seeking a senior engineer to translate customer needs into space communication system specifications. You will perform systems engineering or hardware/software integration for DoD space programs, using MBSE to manage baselines and drive cross‑functional collaboration.

Qualifications include 10+ years in systems engineering for satellite or ground systems, a STEM degree, and security clearance; preferences include advanced degrees and Agile/Confluence/JIRA

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience performing systems engineering or hardware/software integration in DoD space systems.
• Experience with satellite or ground space systems and MBSE/Digital Engineering approaches.
• Strong collaboration skills and MS Office proficiency; ability to work in cross-functional teams.

Skills

Systems engineering

Hardware/Software integration

Satellite systems

Model-Based Systems Engineering

Digital Engineering

Agile

Strong communication

Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science

Master's degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science

Tools

Confluence

JIRA

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Opportunity:Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big picture thinking to make an impact in Space Communication 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.Join us. The world can’t wait.You Have:10+ years of experience performing systems engineering or Hardware/Software Integration (HSI) in DoD space systemsExperience performing systems engineering for satellite systems or ground systemsExperience using a Model-Based Systems Engineering or Digital Engineering approach to manage system definitions and technical baselinesExperience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OutlookAbility to interact well in cross-functional team meetings and professional environmentsAbility to work collaboratively and independently demonstrating initiative to complete complex tasksSecret clearanceBachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Computer ScienceNice If You Have:2+ years of experience with military SATCOM systems2+ years of experience with space acquisitionExperience with a software program utilizing Agile methodologiesExperience with Confluence or JIRAExperience working with software factories or DecvSecOps pipelinesAbility to learn and solve problems quickly and creativelyTop Secret clearanceMaster's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Computer ScienceAgile Certification such as CSM, CPO, PMI-ACP, or ICP CertificationINCOSE Systems Engineering Professional Certifications such as ASEP, CSEP, or ESEP CertificationClearance: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.CompensationAt 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 $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (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 StatementAs 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 PolicyAI 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 ModelOur 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-DiscriminationAll 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.