Systems Architect

Booz Allen Hamilton•Aurora, CO

1d•$86,900 - $198,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Systems Architect and engineer with a proven track record of designing and delivering large-scale platform architectures across both on‑premise and cloud environments. This role directly supports mission-critical military operations and requires deep expertise in modern software development ecosystems, DevSecOps practices, and secure multi‑tenant system design. As a Systems Architect on our team, you will work with Booz Allen colleagues and the military onsite to develop and deploy the next generation of Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) ground systems capabilities to deliver critical information to our warfighters to quickly win or even prevent future wars. The ideal candidate thrives in complex, highly integrated environments with numerous external interfaces and can translate operational needs into resilient, scalable, and secure technical solutions. In this role, you will serve as a trusted subject matter expert to the client, providing authoritative guidance throughout the system lifecycle. This includes supporting requirements development to ensure mission needs are accurately captured, participating in and leading design reviews to validate architectural alignment, and delivering well‑founded recommendations on system architecture that drive modernization, interoperability, and long‑term sustainability.

Requirements

10+ years of experience developing system architectures, Agile methodologies planning, on-prem hardware, and executing system integration of complex space or ground systems
Experience supporting space, ground, software, or hardware systems in Major Defense Acquisition Programs
Experience architecting and implementing cloud-based solutions and cloud-based development
Experience supporting overall engineering integration of systems engineering and integration efforts for the DoD, government agencies, or commercial programs
Experience with containerization and orchestration using tools such as Kubernetes or OpenShift and Agile methodologies or the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
Knowledge of networking and external interface integration
Knowledge of zero‑trust principles and cybersecurity frameworks
Ability to lead technical teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders
Secret clearance
Bachelor’s degree

Nice To Haves

Experience with OPIR or Missile Warning Operations
Experience with risk assessments and threat modeling techniques
Knowledge of DoD 5000.01/02
TS/SCI clearance
Master’s degree in an Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or an equivalent technical field
Security+ or Cloud Certification, including AWS Certification Certified Solutions Architect Associate, Google Certified Professional - Cloud Architect, or MCSE: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure Certification

Responsibilities

Designing and delivering large-scale platform architectures across both on‑premise and cloud environments.
Developing and deploying the next generation of Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) ground systems capabilities.
Translating operational needs into resilient, scalable, and secure technical solutions.
Providing authoritative guidance throughout the system lifecycle.
Supporting requirements development to ensure mission needs are accurately captured.
Participating in and leading design reviews to validate architectural alignment.
Delivering well‑founded recommendations on system architecture that drive modernization, interoperability, and long‑term sustainability.