UUV Autonomous Undersea Systems Mission Planner

Booz Allen Hamilton•Middletown, RI

12h•$61,900 - $141,000•Onsite

About The Position

Support Navy autonomous undersea operations by developing, validating, and coordinating mission plans for unmanned undersea vehicles (UUVs). The role encompasses mission design, simulation and validation, operator support, and coordination during training and operational events. It also includes waterfront and field activities such as pre-mission checkouts, coordination during in-water evolutions, and post-mission assessments as needed to help ensure mission success. The mission planner develops and maintains workflows, procedures, and mission products; translates operational objectives into executable autonomous plans; conducts simulations and validation; supports operator readiness; troubleshoots planning tools; and collaborates with software, systems, and operations teams to verify mission-related software loads and alignment across UUV systems. The position is based in Middletown, Rhode Island, and is not listed as remote.

Requirements

At least 6 years of experience in unmanned undersea systems, maritime operations, underwater navigation, or mission-planning roles.
Experience developing mission plans for autonomous or maritime systems.
Experience conducting mission simulations, pre-mission validation or planning, or technical planning analyses.
Ability to interpret and apply technical documentation to mission-planning tasks.
Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
High school diploma or GED.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting Navy unmanned systems and maritime autonomous platforms, including UUVs or USVs.
Experience participating in waterfront or field operations such as launch and recovery, mission readiness, or data review.
Experience providing operator training or technical instruction on mission-planning tools.
Experience with autonomy planning frameworks, environmental modeling, or undersea operational constraints.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Oceanography, Operations Research, or a related technical field.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain UUV mission-planning workflows, procedures, and mission products.
Translate operational objectives into executable autonomous mission plans, including waypoint routing, timing, environmental considerations, and mission constraints.
Conduct mission simulations and pre-mission validation events, and produce simulation and validation summaries.
Support operator readiness through mission-plan development, mission reviews, and on-site coordination during training or operational activities.
Troubleshoot mission-planning tools and document discrepancies for follow-on resolution.
Assist with waterfront and field operations, including pre-mission checkouts, pier-side coordination, and post-mission data extraction and analysis.
Develop, update, and deliver training materials supporting mission-planning processes and UUV operational workflows.
Collaborate with software, systems, and operations teams to verify mission-related software loads and ensure alignment across UUV systems.