Defense Mission Expert, Senior

Defense Mission Expert, Senior

The Opportunity: 

As a defense mission professional, you ask questions others don’t. You understand the nuances of complex situations. You use your skills to think bigger and push further, solving complex problems. We’re looking for an expert like you to drive solutions for missions that keep our nation safe. As a Defense Mission Expert, you’ll bring your subject matter expertise as you lead a team on projects for the U.S. Air Force and other DoD organizations. You’ll lead efforts to modernize air operations capabilities. You’ll be a trusted advisor to our clients, and we’ll look to you to identify, analyze, and evaluate complex systems, policies, processes, and procedures to accelerate delivery of key capabilities critical to USAF and joint mission objectives. You’ll oversee the work we do for the Department of Defense and the solutions we deliver for military missions, strategic planning, defense mission planning, and national defense strategy. 

You served your country as a seasoned captain—now, continue your mission with us. Further your career with us as you help solve complex design, integration, and analytical problems for the U.S. Air Force. 

Join us. The world can’t wait. 

You Have:  

• 5+ years of experience planning unit involvement in multiple medium- to large-scale exercises

• Experience as a U.S. military officer

• Experience with unit-level package mission planning for combat operations or medium- to large-scale exercises

• Knowledge of current Air Force and Joint doctrine

• Ability to drive challenging, poorly defined problems to tangible solutions

• Ability to adapt and learn quickly in a complex, dynamic environment

• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time

• Secret clearance

• Bachelor’s degree

Nice If You Have:  

• Experience in a MAJCOM or above staff position

• Experience with USAF 5th generation platforms

• Experience with systems engineering

• Master's degree

• TS/SCI clearance

• Graduate of a Professional Military education or Service equivalent

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 $84,600.00 to $193,000.00 (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 d