Space Systems TT&C Engineering Lead

Space Systems TT&C Engineering Lead

The Opportunity:

As an aerospace engineer, you know leading-edge space systems are critical to national defense. At Booz Allen, you can use your advanced engineering expertise to develop next-generation defense tools and technology. We need your skills and expertise in satellite launch and on-orbit operations to oversee the development of creative solutions that directly impact the warfighter.

As a leading aerospace engineer on our satellite tracking, telemetry, and command (TT&C) team, you’ll use your expertise to drive design and new technology evaluation for a new launch vehicle and satellite TT&C ground system, performing risk assessments, and improving the design of aerospace systems. Your experience in space launch and on-orbit satellite operations is key and makes you an integral part of delivering a client-focused solution.

In this role, you’ll contribute to the direction of mission-critical solutions by evaluating, improving, and designing leading-edge aerospace technology. You’ll work with a multi-disciplinary group of engineers and software developers across the company and collaborate with corporate partners to deliver world-class solutions to execute launch and on-orbit TT&C missions. Your engineering knowledge will help multiple national security space organizations expand and improve their capabilities to operate national assets.

If you desire to solve real-world challenges and lead mission-critical engineering for our nation’s space systems, there’s a place for you here. At Booz Allen, you’ll make a difference with us, and, in return, we’ll invest in your future.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• Experience in launch vehicle or TT&C

• Experience with analysis and operations related to launch vehicle or satellite trajectory planning, mission design, and operations

• Knowledge of launch vehicle or satellite TT&C systems and CONOPS

• Ability to manage technical teams to define and communicate solutions to customers

• Active TS/SCI clearance; willingness to take a polygraph exam

• Bachelor's degree in Aeronautical Engineering

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with requirements development and verification for satellite launch missions, emphasizing TT&C operations

• Knowledge of software development for space missions, cloud-based system architecture, and modern software development practices, such as Agile, DevOps, Jira/Confluence, or Python

• Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to senior Government clients

• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph

• Master's degree in Aeronautical Engineering

• PMP certification or equivalent education

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI 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 $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.