The Opportunity:

What if you could use your project management skills to advance research projects for next-generation quantum, photonics, or position, navigation, timing (PNT) applications? As a Quantum, Photonics, and PNT Action officer, you know the complexities of supporting a project from concept to completion. You understand the processes, challenges, and opportunities in developing novel quantum or photonics technologies of disruptive capability. That knowledge is key when it comes to assisting the Defense Advanced Research Project Agency (DARPA) with strategic consulting on research and development (R&D) to deploy technology beyond laboratory settings. 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 action officer who can help ensure success through managing tasks, meeting deadlines, and communicating effectively.

On our team, you'll implement and maintain organizational programs in support of DARPA and the Department of Defense (DoD). You will work closely with government clients to track and evaluate the progress of sponsored research, and communicate technical findings to a wide audience. You will leverage technical and programmatic expertise to help with tactical planning using resources like MS Project, and strategic evaluation of new concepts and assessments of technological gaps. You will be part of a team of financial, technical, and technology transition experts to support our client's mission by coordinating actions and tasks, providing recommendations on the feasibility and potential impact of future research programs, doing background research, traveling to R&D facilities, and having regular interactions with DARPA decision-makers, subject matter experts, financial managers, government stakeholders, and members of the R&D community. You will work with world-class scientists and engineers to shape national security investment through the development of cutting-edge technologies. This position is located in Arlington, VA.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• 2+ years of experience with program or project management

• 2+ years of experience with authoring, editing, and proof-reading technical papers, presentations, reports, or program plans for technical and non-technical audiences

• Experience managing programs, projects, or teams developing novel technologies using Project Management tools, such as Microsoft Project

• Experience meeting target milestones, timelines, and budgets for projects or programs

• Ability to commute to Arlington, VA

• Ability to travel 10% of the time

• Secret clearance

• Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) field

Nice If You Have:

• Experience performing or supporting government-sponsored research activities

• Experience developing or managing programs or projects related to quantum, photonics, or PNT technologies

• Experience with fabrication, clean-rooms, or wafer-scale handling and development

• Experience leading and coordinating teams of different experience and technical backgrounds

• Experience working with DARPA

• Knowledge of the DoD program or project development process

• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Master's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) field

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.

Create Your Career:

Grow With Us

Your growth matters to us-that's why we offer a variety of ways for you to develop your career. With professional and leadership development opportunities like , tuition reimbursement, mentoring, and firm-sponsored networking, you can chart a unique and fulfilling career path on your own terms.

A Place Where You Belong

Diverse perspectives cultivate collective ingenuity. means that, here, you are free to bring your whole self to work. With an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection, you'll build your community in no time.

Support Your Well-Being

Our includes wellness programs with HSA contributions, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) match, and more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and remote and hybrid locations, we'll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life-at work and at home.

Your Candidate Journey

At Booz Allen, we know our people are what propel us forward, and we value relationships most of all. so you'll know what to expect as we forge a connection with you during your journey as a candidate with us.

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.

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.

EEO Commitment

We're an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change - no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.