
Systems Engineer, Lead
at Booz Allen Hamilton
Posted 6 days ago
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- Compensation
- $99,000 – $225,000 USD
- City
- Not specified
- Country
- United States
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Lead Systems Engineer for Air Force simulation and training at Wright Patterson AFB, overseeing the SCARS Team to improve cybersecurity and standardization of simulator components using modular open systems architecture. The role involves applying RMF security controls, obtaining DoD system accreditation, and coordinating across distributed simulation environments. You will translate real-world operational needs into technical specifications to enhance training, analysis, and mission decision-making, working with cross-functional teams. Compensation ranges from $99,000 to $225,000 USD.
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Job Description
- Beavercreek, Ohio, USA
The Opportunity:
Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big picture thinking to make an impact in Air Force simulation and training? 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. Your expertise will directly contribute to enhancing training, analysis, and decision-making capabilities across the Air Force enterprise.
As a Systems Engineer, you will support the Simulator Common Architecture Requirements and Standards (SCARS) Team. You will play a pivotal role in improving cybersecurity and promoting greater standardization of simulator components by leveraging a modular open systems architecture. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to transform operational challenges into effective technical solutions within Air Force simulation and training environments. Your proficiency in data analysis, optimization, and high-performance computing will be key to driving innovation and advancing mission capabilities.
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You Have:
7+ years of experience in Department of Defense simulation and training environments
Experience in applying the Risk Management Framework (RMF), implementing DoD security controls, and supporting system accreditation
Knowledge of High-Level Architecture, Distributed Interactive Simulation, and Open Mission Systems standards
Ability to architect, integrate, and manage complex systems across distributed simulation environments
Ability to provide constructive feedback on SCARS standards
Secret clearance
Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or Computer Science Field
IAT Level II Certification
Nice If You Have:
Experience with Air Force or DOD acquisitions, program planning, and coordination, including the use of Microsoft Project and Excel to support these activities
Experience in LAN or WAN infrastructure, remote connectivity solutions, and network hardware, including routers, bridges, and firewalls
Knowledge of systems engineering and standards processes, based on the Systems Engineering Body of Knowledge (SeBoK)
Knowledge of cloud technology, software virtualization and containerization, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), SysML, and Digital Engineering (DE)
Possession of strong communication and public speaking skills
Top Secret clearance
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 $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 Statement
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