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Job Number: R0220924
Facility Design Technical Lead
Key Role:
Lead the mechanical design and development efforts for a cutting-edge aerospace test facility. Assume responsibility for overseeing mechanical subsystem design, managing subcontracted engineering teams, and ensuring timely , high-quality technical delivery in support of overall program objectives . Lead the mechanical design effort across all facility subsystems, including high-pressure air systems, thermal management infrastructure, structural components, and test interface hardware. Manage and coordinate design subcontractors, providing technical direction and ensuring design quality, cost efficiency, and schedule adherence. Identify and resolve critical-path technical design challenges, facilitating rapid problem solving and ensuring alignment with system requirements.
Serve as the technical point of contact for mechanical design with internal stakeholders, subcontractors, and partners. Work closely with the Program Manager to ensure mechanical subsystem development aligns with facility-level requirements and program milestones. Ensure that all designs comply with applicable codes, standards, safety regulations, and performance specifications.
Prepare and review technical documentation, including system requirements, design packages, technical memos, and risk assessments. Support design reviews, such as CoDR , PDR, or CDR, configuration control, and system integration planning.
Basic Qualifications:
Additional Qualifications:
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 $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (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 application process, 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.
Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.
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.
Facility Design Technical Lead
Key Role:
Lead the mechanical design and development efforts for a cutting-edge aerospace test facility. Assume responsibility for overseeing mechanical subsystem design, managing subcontracted engineering teams, and ensuring timely , high-quality technical delivery in support of overall program objectives . Lead the mechanical design effort across all facility subsystems, including high-pressure air systems, thermal management infrastructure, structural components, and test interface hardware. Manage and coordinate design subcontractors, providing technical direction and ensuring design quality, cost efficiency, and schedule adherence. Identify and resolve critical-path technical design challenges, facilitating rapid problem solving and ensuring alignment with system requirements.
Serve as the technical point of contact for mechanical design with internal stakeholders, subcontractors, and partners. Work closely with the Program Manager to ensure mechanical subsystem development aligns with facility-level requirements and program milestones. Ensure that all designs comply with applicable codes, standards, safety regulations, and performance specifications.
Prepare and review technical documentation, including system requirements, design packages, technical memos, and risk assessments. Support design reviews, such as CoDR , PDR, or CDR, configuration control, and system integration planning.
Basic Qualifications:
- 8+ years of experience with mechanical or Aerospace engineering, including in design leadership roles
- Experience in aerospace ground test facilities
- Experience in mechanical system design, pressure systems, and thermal and fluid systems
- Experience with Robust Design practices to enhance ease of manufacturing
- Experience in managing subcontractors and external design teams, and coaching, mentoring, and developing junior engineers
- Experience in CAD, FEA, and mechanical simulation tools
- Knowledge of critical path analysis, design iteration, and technical troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of ASME, API, or MIL standards as they relate to mechanical systems design
- Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
Additional Qualifications:
- Experience with DoD, NASA, or other federal aerospace test and evaluation programs
- Experience with prototype and "one-off" design development and solution delivery
- Experience in facility commissioning, integration, and operations
- Experience with requirements validation and verification
- Experience with risk management
- Knowledge of systems engineering practices
- Ability to influence cross-functional teams
- Possession of excellent communication and leadership skills
- Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
- PMP or systems engineering certification a plus
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 $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (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 application process, 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.
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.
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