Program Management Specialist

Location: San Diego, CA

The Opportunity

As a technical program management specialist in ocean operations, you know the complexities of supporting a project from concept to completion. Many programs require a significant investment of limited resources, and it’s imperative to keep the project on a productive path. That’s why we need you, an experienced technical program management specialist who can help ensure success through careful analysis and effective communication.

On our team, you’ll implement and maintain organizational programs in support of undersea ocean operations. You’ll work with key stakeholders to review complex plans, budgets, contracts, and project objectives. You’ll help with tactical planning using resources and regular interactions with program office SME's, internal and external stakeholders, and vendors.

The real impact of program management comes from communication to ensure the program achieves its goals and meets our quality standards. At Booz Allen, we recognize that we must continuously grow as a team to bring the best support to our clients, so here you’ll have all the resources to succeed. This is a chance to influence a meaningful mission while learning how to develop and maintain program strategy.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have

Experience with technical program management

• Experience working in compartmented information environments across multiple control systems
• Knowledge of current and advanced undersea technologies in Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs), Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUVs), and Remote Operated Vehicles (ROV's) and seafloor infrastructure installation work
• Ability to plan and develop technology and engineering programmatic solutions to advanced undersea infrastructure requirements supporting global full depth ocean operations
• Ability to develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) and operations plans supporting specific at-sea expeditions
• Ability to evaluate potential mission requirements of future systems including researching and identifying new and emerging technologies in undersea capabilities that can be utilized to develop Technology Readiness Level (TRL) capabilities into mature assets
• Ability to travel up to 35% of the time including on board ships and in remote or austere locations
• TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor's degree in an engineering field

Nice If You Have

• 10+ years of experience in the ocean operations field
• Experience with program management in a classified and sensitive operational environment
• Experience with seafloor construction operations work or management
• Experience selecting, employing, and operationally planning ROV undersea work
• Experience with "At Sea Heavy Over the Side" operations

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

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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 $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 (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 collaboration. 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 or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a 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.