Software Engineer
Booz Allen · Aurora, CO ·
- Employment
- Part time
- Category
- Software engineering
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Company size
- 1000+
- Salary
- USD 69,400 – 158,000 / year
Booz Allen · Aurora, CO ·
This Software Engineer role involves designing and developing mission management software for satellite constellations within a secure, classified cloud environment. The position requires expertise in Agile development, distributed systems, and cloud technologies to support complex defense mission planning.
The Opportunity:
We are seeking a Software Engineer support Agile design, development, integration, and deployment of a mission management software for heterogeneous, proliferated satellite constellations. Your ability to develop software to optimize the orchestration of multiple Space Capability Stacks (SCSs) supporting complex, joint mission planning processes will be required to be successful executing this critical defense program.
As a Software Engineer, you will contribute to a software team in high-velocity Agile development of mission planning, automated mission tasking, deconfliction, replanning, plus more backlog items. You will ensure that all solutions integrate seamlessly with existing operational environments while maintaining a modular, scalable architecture for future enhancements. You will work within high-security, classified cloud-based environments, ensuring our development and deployment pipelines meet rigorous security and performance standards.
Join us. The world can’t wait.
You Have:
3+ years of experience with software development
Experience as a software engineer delivering mission management software
Experience with software architecture for distributed systems and mission-critical applications
Experience with relational databases, including SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or MySQL
Experience with Python, AWS, or Kubernetes
Ability to utilize Agile methodologies, software development frameworks, and version control, including Git
Ability to work at an accredited SCIF or SAPF to support classified system integration
TS/SCI clearance
Bachelor’s degree
Nice If You Have:
Experience with mission management or OPIR
Experience integrating software across teams and with external partners
Experience in container lifecycle management, image optimization, and orchestration using Docker and Podman
Experience with cloud-native development for deploying and managing applications in secure, cloud-based environments
Experience with DevSecOps principles such as automated CI/CD pipelines, cybersecurity hardening, including high or moderate security categorizations, and infrastructure automation
Knowledge of Defensive Cyberspace Operations - Space (DCO-S) concepts
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems
DoD 8570 IAT II Certification, including CISSP or Security+ Certification
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.

Skills Assessment
As part of Booz Allen’s skills first hiring process, candidates must complete the required skills assessment to ensure they meet the Basic Qualifications for this role. Candidates must complete the assessment and meet the minimum proficiency threshold to continue in the hiring process.
Compensation
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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 $69,400.00 to $158,000.00 (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.
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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.