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Electrical Engineer
The Opportunity:
As an electrical engineer, you understand the workings behind complex systems. That knowledge is key when it comes to conducting large-scale energy assessments across large installations supporting critical missions. We're looking for an electrical engineer who can use their skills to enhance how multi-million-dollar energy infrastructure investments are made across the Department of War, ensuring leaders have clear, engineering-driven guidance on how best to improve mission resilience.
At Booz Allen, you'll use your engineering skills to transform the Department of War. Our team is at the forefront of delivering cutting edge energy resilience solutions to customers who rely on their systems 24/7 to ensure our national security. That's why we need an electrical engineer like you that specializes in power systems and critical mission needs, and can communicate that knowledge within interdisciplinary teams to help us design and develop the next generation of large-scale energy solutions within the Department of War.
On our team, you'll dissect vulnerabilities in large-scale energy systems. You'll impact defense energy by assessing in-place infrastructure and developing solutions that increase resiliency across an installation. This is a chance to use your knowledge of complex power systems while gaining hands-on experience in critical power system design.
Take on exciting challenges in Department of War with us as we support their goal of providing resilient energy systems to the warfighter.
Join us. The world can't wait.
You Have:

• 4+ years of experience analyzing energy infrastructure, including electrical distribution systems
• Experience conducting on-site stakeholder engagements to gather technical energy requirements, and translating complex engineering concepts into clear, actionable information for non-technical clients
• Knowledge of power systems design, including power generation assets, microgrids, and battery energy storage systems
• Ability to leverage electrical modeling software such as EasyPower, ETAP, or SKM, to generate data and content for technical reports
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time to CONUS and OCONUS locations
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Nice If You Have:

• 2+ years of experience leading site visits or interviews at government-owned sites
• Experience designing, building, installing, or maintaining electrical equipment
• Experience working with the Department of War in government or contractor roles and supporting GS-14 or GS-15 level clients
• Secret clearance
• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
• Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification or PE License

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 $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.