Defense Mission Expert

Booz Allen Hamilton • Norfolk, VA

2d • $112,800 - $257,000

About The Position

The Defense Mission Expert will apply extensive U.S. Navy defense mission experience and advisory skills to guide teams working on complex client problems and mission-focused solutions. The role supports Navy capability development by researching, developing, and analyzing high-priority deliverables in coordination with subject matter experts and stakeholders. The expert will help shape the future of maritime operations in alignment with top naval priorities.

Requirements

• 15 or more years of experience as a U.S. Navy warfare officer, including a tour as a department head.
• Experience working on an Echelon III or higher staff.
• Experience in multiple Navy warfare or mission areas.
• Experience in operational and exercise planning.
• Ability to author high-quality products using Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to compile input from multiple authors, research discrepancies, and analyze results.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
• Secret clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree.

Nice To Haves

• Experience serving on an afloat staff.
• Knowledge of the Operational Level of War and Distributed Maritime Operations.
• Ability to work in a highly dynamic, fast-paced environment with aggressive project timelines.
• TS/SCI clearance.
• Master’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Advise and guide teams as they address complex client problems and develop solutions.
• Support Navy capability development alongside thought leaders.
• Research, develop, and analyze high-priority deliverables.
• Coordinate deliverables with subject matter experts and stakeholders.
• Compile input from multiple authors, research discrepancies, and analyze results.
• Author high-quality products using Microsoft Office applications.

Benefits

• Health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits.
• Paid leave.
• Professional development.
• Tuition assistance.
• Work-life programs.
• Dependent care.
• Recognition awards for exceptional performance and demonstration of company values.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior