Naval Aviation Capability Transition Lead

Booz Allen Hamilton • California, MD

2d • $99,000 - $225,000

About The Position

The Naval Aviation Capability Transition Lead will lead technology integration and mission systems engineering efforts across NAVAIR and fleet stakeholders. The role applies systems engineering expertise to translate operational needs into technical specifications and customer-focused engineering solutions, while designing, developing, and evolving systems with advanced technology. The lead will shape Naval Aviation mission capabilities through cross-functional technical efforts, operational demonstrations, and capability integration activities. The position also involves sharing expertise through leadership and mentoring and contributing to emerging areas such as autonomy, artificial intelligence, mission systems, and aviation systems integration. The goal is to combine aviation operations and mission systems expertise with technology development and transition strategies to create innovative operational capabilities for naval aviation missions.

Applicants must have a Secret clearance and a bachelor's degree in a technical field. A master's degree, TS/SCI clearance, relevant aviation or systems engineering certifications, and experience supporting Naval Aviation organizations are preferred.

Requirements

• At least 8 years of experience in systems engineering, mission systems integration, aviation systems, test and evaluation, operational analysis, or technology transition.
• Knowledge of Naval Aviation organizations, mission systems, operational concepts, and systems engineering principles.
• Ability to communicate effectively with operators, engineers, program managers, and senior government stakeholders and translate mission needs into technical solutions.
• Ability to lead cross-functional technical efforts involving emerging technologies, operational demonstrations, and capability integration activities.
• Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as Engineering, Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or Mathematics.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting NAVAIR, NAWCAD, PMA organizations, fleet aviation commands, or Naval Aviation warfare centers.
• Experience with mission systems integration, autonomy, uncrewed systems, AI/ML capabilities, communications, ISR, command and control, or tactical networking technologies.
• Knowledge of carrier aviation operations, flight test processes, airworthiness considerations, aviation certification, and operational testing methodologies.
• Ability to identify, assess, and transition emerging technologies from prototype development into operational employment or acquisition programs.
• TS/SCI clearance.
• Master's degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Operations Research, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• FAA pilot Certificate, military aircrew qualification, UAS qualification, INCOSE Systems Engineering Certification, or test and evaluation Certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead technology integration and mission systems engineering efforts across NAVAIR and fleet stakeholders.
• Translate real-world operational and mission needs into technical specifications and engineering solutions.
• Design, develop, and evolve systems using advanced technology solutions.
• Lead cross-functional technical efforts involving emerging technologies, operational demonstrations, and capability integration.
• Apply aviation operations and mission systems expertise to technology development and transition strategies.
• Provide leadership and mentoring.

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: Senior