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Naval Aviation Capability Transition Lead
Booz Allen Hamilton. Lead technology integration and mission systems engineering efforts across NAVAIR and fleet stakeholders .
Posted 11/5/2026full-timeLexington Park • Maryland • United StatesSenior💰 $99,000 - $225,000 per yearWebsite
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in systems engineering and mission systems integration, with a strong focus on translating operational needs into technical solutions. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and mentor personnel while supporting naval aviation missions and technology transitions.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Systems EngineeringMission Systems IntegrationNaval Aviation KnowledgeSecret ClearanceBachelor's Degree in Engineering
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Hard Skills
Mission Systems DevelopmentOperational AnalysisTechnology TransitionAI/ML CapabilitiesTactical Networking TechnologiesFlight Test ProcessesAirworthiness ConsiderationsOperational Testing MethodologiesUncrewed SystemsCommunications
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationLeadershipMentoringCollaboration
Certifications & Qualifications
FAA Pilot CertificateMilitary Aircrew QualificationUAS QualificationINCOSE Systems Engineering CertificationTest and Evaluation Certification
Industry Keywords
NAVAIRNAWCADPMA OrganizationsFleet Aviation CommandsNaval Aviation Warfare CentersCarrier Aviation Operations
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About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead technology integration and mission systems engineering efforts across NAVAIR and fleet stakeholders
- Translate real-world operational needs into technical specifications and customer-focused engineering solutions
- Design and develop mission systems and evolve them with advanced technology solutions
- Lead systems engineering efforts to shape Naval Aviation mission capabilities
- Provide leadership and mentoring
- Merge aviation operations and mission systems expertise with emerging technology development and transition strategies
- Support creation of innovative operational capabilities for naval aviation missions
- Collaborate with operators, engineers, program managers, and senior government stakeholders
- Lead cross-functional technical efforts involving emerging technologies, operational demonstrations, and capability integration activities
Requirements
What you’ll need- 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 while translating mission needs into technical solutions
- Ability to lead cross-functional technical efforts involving emerging technologies, operational demonstrations, and capability integration activities
- Secret clearance required
- Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as Engineering, Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or Mathematics
- 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
Benefits
Comp & perks- Health benefits
- Life insurance
- Disability benefits
- Financial benefits
- Retirement benefits
- Paid leave
- Professional development
- Tuition assistance
- Work-life programs
- Dependent care
- Recognition awards program for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of values