System Integration and Architecture Lead:

The Opportunity:

At a certain point, software design can start to look like clairvoyance. You’ve developed so many organization-wide software architectures that you can not only orchestrate the best solution for any technical challenge, but you can also anticipate future concerns. That’s because you’re a software architect with deep experience in software development, scalable data platforms, and rigorous test and evaluation (T&E) pipelines. At Booz Allen, you can use those skills to improve the software technology supporting flight sciences testing and expand digital twin adoption.

On our team, you'll translate your customer’s software needs and future goals into a plan by developing and implementing effective architecture artifacts, software design specifications, API and integration contracts, and secure software lifecycle processes. You’ll use the latest software control systems like Git, CI/CD platforms, and AWS services to design an effective software architecture. Your technical expertise will be vital as you lead the building of integrated capabilities such as technology pipelines, data assimilation services, AI services, and AI test-agent interfaces using Agile development methods, Python or C++, and secure-by-design deployment approaches.

In this role, you’ll directly impact advanced technology in defense T&E by architecting software that enables confidence-driven digital twins and AI test agents—physics-informed, uncertainty-aware systems that learn from flight data and support safe, information-maximizing test campaigns. With your advanced technical expertise, mentoring, and opportunities to learn new tools and skills, you’ll guide a team that develops the best solutions for our customers.

Work with us as we transform the future of technology in defense T&E for the better.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• Experience designing and documenting software architectures for real-time or near real-time systems using data assimilation, advanced science and technology models, or decision-support pipelines in defense, aerospace, or regulated environments

• Knowledge of distributed systems, API design, secure integration patterns such as zero-trust, CUI handling per DoDI 5200.48 or NIST SP 800-171, and modern DevOps or CI/CD practices

• Ability to collaborate with multi-partner teams, align architecture to technical metrics and IV&V expectations, and produce clear architecture artifacts such as diagrams, specs, and interface contracts

• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Systems Engineering and 5+ years of experience in software architecture, or 9+ years of experience in software architecture in lieu of a degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with digital twin pipelines, uncertainty quantification (UQ) toolchains, federated learning or secure aggregation, or AI/ML integration in safety-critical or T&E contexts

• Knowledge of flight sciences test, government-furnished reference models such as high-fidelity models, or DoW delivery and evidence narratives

• Ability to mentor junior architects and developers

• Ability to present architecture decisions to technical and research leadership

• Secret clearance

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect or CISSP Certification

• Agile or Architecture Certifications

Clearance:Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation:

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $112,800.00 to $257,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

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.