AOC Operations SME

Summary

AOC Operations SME The Opportunity: We are seeking a highly experienced Air Operations Center (AOC) Operations Subject Matter Expert to support the modernization, transformation, and operational optimization of complex C2 environments. This role blends deep operational expertise with an understanding of technical modernization efforts including architecture, data pathways, workflow automation, and mission‑system integration as reflected in current AOC technical planning, architectural workstreams, and enablement activities documented across internal AOC project plans and technical tasking files.You'll leverage expertise executing AOC battle rhythm activities and leading improvements across Strategy, Plans, Operations, ISR, and Air Mobility divisions, with the ability to shape requirements that drive enterprise‑scale operational enhancement.How You'll Contribute: Serve as the operational SME for AOC processes, supporting mission threads spanning strategy development, MAAP or ATO production, targeting, ISR synchronization, and dynamic executionTranslate AOC operational needs into actionable system, workflow, and architectural requirements supporting modernization, automation, and performance improvementsSupport operational planning and scenario development for modernization tasking areas aligned with AOC warfighter architecture, enablement, and acceleration workstreamsCollaborate with engineering and architecture teams to optimize mission workflows and ensure emerging capabilities align with operational needsIdentify inefficiencies, manual processes, and operational bottlenecks, and partner with technical teams to define improvementsProvide operational input into modernization planning, KRADOS‑related capabilities, and C2 system enhancement activitiesSupport system evaluation, workflow analysis, and end‑to‑end mission thread assessments to ensure new capabilities enhance tempo, accuracy, and decision superiorityBrief senior government and military leadership on operational impacts, modernization priorities, and capability gapsFacilitate collaboration across government, engineering, development, and operations teams to ensure alignment of mission needs and technical solutionsJoin us. The world can't wait.You Have: 8+ years of experience with AOC operations across one or more divisions such as Combat Plans, Combat Ops, ISR, Strategy, Air Mobility, AMD, COD, or ISRDExperience in operational planning and execution processes including ATO or ACO production, Master Air Attack Plan development, dynamic targeting, ISR collection management, and real‑time C2 operationsExperience supporting or leading modernization efforts for C2, ISR, or other mission‑critical enterprise systemsAbility to articulate operational requirements to technical teams and translate technical changes back into mission impactTS/SCI clearanceBachelor's degreeNice If You Have: Experience with AOC enterprise modernization efforts, including architectural activities, digital engineering, KRADOS‑related development, and workstreams captured in internal AOC project documentationExperience supporting tech‑enabled transformation for warfighter workflows, data integration, automation, or decision‑support toolingExperience with MBSE, workflow modeling, or operational thread analysis for C2 and ISR environmentsExperience collaborating with AFLCMC or HBB, AFRL, or joint C2 modernization organizationsAbility to speak to tactical, operational, and technical audiencesPossession of strong briefing and stakeholder‑engagement skillsClearance: 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 requiredCompensation 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 does 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 $112,800.00 to $257,000.00 (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 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 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.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.Know Your Rights Poster Accommodations If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable workplace accommodation for any part of our employment process, please contact the Booz Allen Help Desk by calling 1-877-927-8278 or sending an email to helpdesk@bah.com. This option is reserved only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation. It is not intended for other purposes or inquiries.Data Privacy For more information on how Booz Allen uses your information, please see our Careers Privacy Policy.About Booz Allen Hamilton Booz Allen is an advanced technology company delivering outcomes with speed for America's most critical defense, civil, and national security priorities. We build technology solutions using AI, cyber, and other cutting‑edge technologies to advance and protect the nation and its citizens. By focusing on outcomes, we enable our people, clients, and their missions to succeed—accelerating the nation to realize our purpose: Empower People to Change the World®.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

AOC Operations SME The Opportunity: We are seeking a highly experienced Air Operations Center (AOC) Operations Subject Matter Expert to support the modernization, transformation, and operational optimization of complex C2 environments. This role blends deep operational expertise with an understanding of technical modernization efforts including architecture, data pathways, workflow automation, and mission‑system integration as reflected in current AOC technical planning, architectural workstreams, and enablement activities documented across internal AOC project plans and technical tasking files.You'll leverage expertise executing AOC battle rhythm activities and leading improvements across Strategy, Plans, Operations, ISR, and Air Mobility divisions, with the ability to shape requirements that drive enterprise‑scale operational enhancement.How You'll Contribute: Serve as the operational SME for AOC processes, supporting mission threads spanning strategy development, MAAP or ATO production, targeting, ISR synchronization, and dynamic executionTranslate AOC operational needs into actionable system, workflow, and architectural requirements supporting modernization, automation, and performance improvementsSupport operational planning and scenario development for modernization tasking areas aligned with AOC warfighter architecture, enablement, and acceleration workstreamsCollaborate with engineering and architecture teams to optimize mission workflows and ensure emerging capabilities align with operational needsIdentify inefficiencies, manual processes, and operational bottlenecks, and partner with technical teams to define improvementsProvide operational input into modernization planning, KRADOS‑related capabilities, and C2 system enhancement activitiesSupport system evaluation, workflow analysis, and end‑to‑end mission thread assessments to ensure new capabilities enhance tempo, accuracy, and decision superiorityBrief senior government and military leadership on operational impacts, modernization priorities, and capability gapsFacilitate collaboration across government, engineering, development, and operations teams to ensure alignment of mission needs and technical solutionsJoin us. The world can't wait.You Have: 8+ years of experience with AOC operations across one or more divisions such as Combat Plans, Combat Ops, ISR, Strategy, Air Mobility, AMD, COD, or ISRDExperience in operational planning and execution processes including ATO or ACO production, Master Air Attack Plan development, dynamic targeting, ISR collection management, and real‑time C2 operationsExperience supporting or leading modernization efforts for C2, ISR, or other mission‑critical enterprise systemsAbility to articulate operational requirements to technical teams and translate technical changes back into mission impactTS/SCI clearanceBachelor's degreeNice If You Have: Experience with AOC enterprise modernization efforts, including architectural activities, digital engineering, KRADOS‑related development, and workstreams captured in internal AOC project documentationExperience supporting tech‑enabled transformation for warfighter workflows, data integration, automation, or decision‑support toolingExperience with MBSE, workflow modeling, or operational thread analysis for C2 and ISR environmentsExperience collaborating with AFLCMC or HBB, AFRL, or joint C2 modernization organizationsAbility to speak to tactical, operational, and technical audiencesPossession of strong briefing and stakeholder‑engagement skillsClearance: 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 requiredCompensation 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 does 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 $112,800.00 to $257,000.00 (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 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 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.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.Know Your Rights Poster Accommodations If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable workplace accommodation for any part of our employment process, please contact the Booz Allen Help Desk by calling 1-877-927-8278 or sending an email to helpdesk@bah.com. This option is reserved only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation. It is not intended for other purposes or inquiries.Data Privacy For more information on how Booz Allen uses your information, please see our Careers Privacy Policy.About Booz Allen Hamilton Booz Allen is an advanced technology company delivering outcomes with speed for America's most critical defense, civil, and national security priorities. We build technology solutions using AI, cyber, and other cutting‑edge technologies to advance and protect the nation and its citizens. By focusing on outcomes, we enable our people, clients, and their missions to succeed—accelerating the nation to realize our purpose: Empower People to Change the World®.#J-18808-Ljbffr