Software System Engineer

Software System Engineer

The Opportunity:

Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big-picture thinking to make an impact on national security? 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.  

As a leader in systems engineering, we’re looking for you to solve complex challenges and shape security and safety by leading the Air Force. Your customer will trust you to not only design and develop these systems, but also evolve them with advanced technology solutions. Share your expertise through leadership and mentoring, while broadening your skillset into areas like software process, avionics, and analysis. Grow your skills by merging avionics and system engineering to create deliverable solutions. Join our team and create the future of flight safety in the Air Force.

Join us. The world can’t wait. 

You Have: 

• 8+ years of experience in the aerospace industry
• Experience with system integration in multiple avionics lab settings for development, integration, and testing
• Experience performing software requirements development and verification methods, including review of requirement documents, software documents, DOORS, Agile, test and evaluation, or airworthiness certification
• Experience leading technical discussions for software avionic platforms, subsystems, and line replacement units during project planning and review sessions, and in informal interactions with the client or outside agencies
• Ability to identify risks, issues, and opportunities for an aircraft modification program
• Secret clearance
• Master's degree

Nice If You Have: 

• Experience with avionics, aircraft weapons, and system integration in multiple avionics lab settings for development, integration, and testing
• Experience creating or reviewing safety critical items for compliance with applicable policies, regulations, and procedures
• Experience recommending corrective action, when necessary
• ​Experience with engineering review and analysis of weapon system contractor proposals and technical documentation in support of the DoD aircraft, avionic, and software system
• Experience providing inputs and recommendations for programmatic, engineering, and test briefings, planning efforts, execution, documentation activities, and reviews
• Knowledge of aircraft systems and subsystems to identify and assess form, fit, and function capabilities 
• Knowledge of DoD 5000 series policies, procedures, and processes
• 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.

Create Your Career: 

Grow With Us 

Your growth matters to us—that’s why we offer a variety of ways for you to develop your career. With professional and leadership development opportunities like upskilling programs, tuition reimbursement, mentoring, and firm-sponsored networking, you can chart a unique and fulfilling career path on your own terms.  

A Place Where You Belong 

Diverse perspectives cultivate collective ingenuity. Booz Allen’s culture of respect, equity, and opportunity means that, here, you are free to bring your whole self to work. With an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection, you’ll build your community in no time. 

Support Your Well-Being 

Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellness programs with HSA contributions, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) match, and more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and remote and hybrid locations, we’ll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and at home.  

Your Candidate Journey