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$62k–$141k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree
Health insurance, Life insurance, Disability insurance, Financial benefits, Retirement benefits, Paid leave
Posted 3d ago
Apply by Nov 4
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
You will design software architectures for national security SATCOM systems using model-based engineering and open-system interfaces. You will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure, scalable solutions that align with mission-critical requirements.
Requirements
Candidates must have at least 7 years of experience in software architecture and 5 years in space or ground systems environments. A Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and an active TS/SCI clearance are required.
Full job description
Software Architect
The Opportunity:
Are you looking for an opportunity to apply your technical leadership and architecture expertise to shape the future of national security SATCOM? You understand complex mission environments, evolving requirements, and how software must integrate across ground, space, and cyber domains. Your ability to translate user needs into technical architectures, interface definitions, and DevSecOps-aligned solutions makes you an essential part of delivering resilient SATCOM capabilities.
As a Software Architect on our strategic SATCOM team, you’ll help the U.S. Space Force build and modernize mission-critical systems that enable global communications and decision superiority. You’ll design software architectures using model-based engineering, define open-system interfaces, drive modernization strategies, and guide development teams toward secure, scalable solutions. You’ll lead architecture reviews, evaluate technology options, create digital engineering artifacts, and deliver recommendations to government decision-makers.
You’ll collaborate with software developers, cyber engineers, SATCOM operators, systems engineers, and acquisition leads to ensure architecture remains aligned with mission needs and integrates effectively with the broader SATCOM enterprise. You’ll also apply Zero Trust principles, support RMF activities, and help ensure cyber resilience throughout the architecture.
At Booz Allen, you’ll grow your expertise through hands-on mission support, access to emerging technologies, continuous learning opportunities, and the ability to pursue in-demand certifications. Your career is only limited by your appetite for impact.
Join us. The world can’t wait.
You Have:
7+ years of experience in software architecture, enterprise software design, or digital engineering
5+ years of experience with SATCOM, space systems, ground systems, or C2 software environments
Experience developing system or software architectures using UML, SysML, DoDAF, UPDM, or UAF
Experience developing Interface Control Documents (ICDs), service decompositions, and API definitions
Experience designing cloud-native architectures, microservices, containers, and CI/CD pipelines
Experience aligning architecture with cybersecurity frameworks and working in Agile environments or SAFe
Knowledge of secure coding and Zero Trust-aligned design principles
TS/SCI clearance
Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field
Nice If You Have:
Experience supporting MILSATCOM programs, Protected Tactical SATCOM (PTS), or similar DoD systems
Experience with MBSE tools such as Cameo, MagicDraw, Rhapsody, or Sparx EA
Experience designing solutions for hybrid cloud environments
Experience integrating AI, ML, or automation into enterprise software systems
Knowledge of modern waveform processing, signal routing, or SATCOM network architectures
Knowledge of acquisition processes, technical baselines, configuration control, and systems integration
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to varied audiences
AWS Solutions Architect Associate or Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, TOGAF, INCOSE ASEP, CSEP, ESEP, CISSP or CSSLP, or Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)Certification
Ability to obtain a Security+ CE or CISSP Certification within 6 months of start date
Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information;TS/SCI clearance is required.
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 $62,000.00 to $141,000.00 (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
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.
Work Model Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.
Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the 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.
Whether at the border, up in space, or on the battlefield, we build the advanced technology that makes America stronger, faster, and safer. It’s who we are and what we do. It’s in our code.
Offices: 8283 Greensboro Drive, McLean, VA 22102, US
Whether at the border, up in space, or on the battlefield, we build the advanced technology that makes America stronger, faster, and safer. It’s who we are and what we do. It’s in our code.
Offices: 8283 Greensboro Drive, McLean, VA 22102, US