Defense Mission Specialist

Booz Allen Hamilton • Norfolk, VA

9d • $86,800 - $198,000

About The Position

The Defense Mission Specialist applies extensive U.S. Navy and defense mission expertise to advise teams working on complex client problems and solutions that support national security. The role supports Navy capability development by researching, developing, and analyzing information and producing high-priority deliverables in coordination with subject matter experts and stakeholders. The position focuses on shaping maritime operations in alignment with top naval priorities.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of active-duty experience with the U.S. Navy.
• 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.
• Experience working on an Echelon III or higher 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

• Support Navy capability development.
• Research, develop, and analyze information related to defense missions.
• Produce high-priority deliverables in coordination with subject matter experts and stakeholders.
• Compile input from multiple authors, research discrepancies, and analyze results.
• Use Microsoft Office applications to author high-quality products.
• Travel up to 10% of the time.

Benefits

• Health, life, and disability benefits.
• 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: Mid Level