Undersea Warfare SME

Booz Allen Hamilton; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton seeks an Undersea Warfare (USW) Subject Matter Expert to support Navy programs with senior sonar and warfare expertise. You will guide T&E activities, advise on defense missions, and contribute to complex program outcomes while leveraging extensive USW background.

The role requires 10+ years in USW, a Bachelor’s degree, and a Top Secret clearance; PACOM and PMP credentials are highly valued.

Qualifications

• 10+ years as senior USW practitioner with submarine qualifications
• 3+ years in Navy Test & Evaluation (T&E)
• Experience in operational warfare including ASW
• Active Top Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree

Responsibilities

• Provide senior USW subject matter expertise to Navy programs
• Advise on defense mission solutions with senior sonar expertise
• Demonstrate program management aptitude to deliver results
• Collaborate with stakeholders across Booz Allen and Navy offices

Skills

Senior USW practitioner

Operational warfare (ASW)

Clearance: Top Secret

Program management

Test & Evaluation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PMP Certification

Tools

Navy acoustic systems knowledge

Job description

The Opportunity:As an expert in defense missions, your unique background inspires you to think bigger, push further, and ask questions others don’t. We need your extensive industry knowledge and advisory skills to solve some of our clients’ most complex problems—and find solutions that keep our nation safe.We are seeking a seasoned Undersea Warfare (USW) Subject Matter Expert with strong operational sonar expertise to join our team supporting the Navy. You'll bring your senior‑level operational USW experience, warfare qualification, formal test and evaluation training, and proven program management aptitude to the role.Join us. The world can't wait.You Have:10+ years or experience as a senior USW practitioner including as a Submarine‑qualified officer, Senior Sonar Technician Submarine - Submarine Qualified (STS(SS)), SWO ASW Warfare Tactics Instructor (WTI), or MTS/IUSS Watch Supervisor or Tactical Coordinator3+ years of experience with Navy Test & Evaluation (T&E)Experience with operational warfare including ASWAbility to work proactively and independentlyTop Secret clearanceBachelor's degreeNice If You Have:Experience with the PACOM AORExperience supporting Navy acquisition program offices, SETA roles, or test and evaluation environmentsExperience with Navy acoustic systems, operational employment, and system performance analysisExperience with Navy RDT&E and prototype activitiesTS/SCI clearanceMaster's degreePMP CertificationClearance: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.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 $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.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.