Weapon Systems Engineer – Senior

Weapon Systems Engineer, Senior

Key Role:

Conduct or support vulnerability, lethality, and effectiveness (LVE) modeling and methodology development, target vulnerability assessment, and weapon system effectiveness analysis. Perform laser lethality modeling, simulation, and analysis. Conduct or support laser lethality testing on materials, components, subsystems, or systems in laboratory or field tests to help inform or validate modeling efforts. Plan modeling and testing efforts, compile results, formulate conclusions and recommendations, and document the efforts. Use experience and analytical or testing results to inform future laser testing needs or laser weapon system requirements and development. Utilize knowledge of HEL systems and airborne systems. Brief the approach, results, and conclusions to technical and non-technical audiences. Work without considerable direction. Mentor and may supervise team members.

Basic Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in laser weapon systems, laser lethality testing, and laser lethality modeling

• Experience planning and performing or supporting laser testing

• Experience conducting laser lethality modeling, simulation, and analysis

• Experience presenting laser lethality approach, results, and conclusions

• Experience using weapon engagement tools such as Effectiveness ToolBox (ETB)

• Knowledge of weapon systems with an interest in expanding technical knowledge

• Ability to work well with a variety of people and viewpoints, including colleagues, partners, military operations and requirements personnel, technology developers, stakeholders, clients, and sponsors

• Secret clearance

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field

Additional Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience working with U.S. Navy weapon systems or Laser and EO systems

• 5+ years of experience with Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) electro-optical systems development, analysis, test and evaluation (T&E), and installation

• Experience developing white papers and proposals

• Knowledge of missile systems and how they work

• Master’s degree in a technical field

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

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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 Statement

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Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific 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.