Transition to Operations Engineer

The Opportunity:

Are you looking for an opportunity to combine deep technical expertise with big-picture operational thinking to make a direct impact on national security space missions? Do you understand how space systems are developed, tested, and ultimately accepted by operators, and how to bridge the gap between acquisition and sustained operations? If so, join the Space Sensing Systems Engineering and Integration (SE&I) team and help deliver mission-critical space capabilities to the warfighter.

As a Transition to Operations (TTO) engineer, you will guide the program through the critical shift from development, integration, and test into operational acceptance and long-term sustainment. You will work across government, FFRDC, and contractor teams to ensure space and ground systems are operationally ready, supportable, and aligned with user needs. Your leadership will help shape operational concepts, readiness criteria, and transition plans for a highest-priority military space program.

Your client will rely on you to plan and execute TTO strategies, develop and manage transition artifacts, and coordinate with system testers, operators, and sustainers to ensure a smooth and disciplined handoff to operations. You will participate in and lead transition planning working groups, operational readiness reviews, and sustainment planning activities. You will also engage directly with warfighters to ensure the system meets real-world mission needs and can be effectively used by operators.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• 6+ years of experience supporting large-scale national security space missions in systems engineering and integration

• 5+ years of experience leading or supporting Transition to Operations (TTO) efforts for DoD space or ground software programs

• Experience with space operations or ground segment operations, including test, checkout, and operational acceptance

• Experience with DoD acquisition programs, stakeholder engagement, and program or project management

• Knowledge of systems engineering management and processes, including life-cycle integration, requirements development, verification and validation, test, and integration

• Ability to communicate clearly and build collaborative relationships with government clients, FFRDCs, and contractor teammates

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate initiative, and contribute to the national security mission

• Secret clearance

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field

Nice If You Have:

• Knowledge of SPF 13-604

• TS/SCI clearance

• Masters degree in a STEM field

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

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Identity Statement

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Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you'll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.