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IT - QA and Test
Washington, DC (On-Site/Office)
Position Description
If you seek a rewarding, high profile and challenging position supporting projects for the US Navy, then Serco has a wonderful opportunity for you!
As the Lead Submarine Test and Evaluation Engineer, you will be on a dynamic team providing technical, programmatic and technical support the Construction Branch of the VIRGINIA Class Submarine Program Office (PMS450) and the U.S. Navy's Team Submarine Program Offices at the Washington Navy Yard in Washington, DC! Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact on our military defense and safety of our sailors and contribute and influence the Navy's future, premier attack submarine.
PMS450 is the acquisition program office for the New Construction of Attack Submarines and for identifying, assembling, managing, directing, and coordinating the resources required for the R&D, design, construction, Test and Evaluation (T&E), Live Fire Test and Evaluation (LFT&E), and Fleet introduction of the U.S. Navy's newest class of nuclear attack submarines. PMS450 is responsible for developing and deploying a more affordable, nuclear-powered attack submarine with multi-mission capability and enhanced capabilities for performance in littoral areas. VIRGINIA Class submarines support five of the six Navy core maritime capabilities: Deterrence, Maritime Security, Sea Control, Forward Presence, and Power Projection.
In this role, you will:
Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Additional desired experience and skills:
Take this opportunity to join a high-performing team, advance your career, and make a real difference supporting America's Navy. Join the Serco team today!
Meet Your Recruiter!
In compliance with the District of Columbia's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this role is $ 119,574.56 to $ 199,290.94 ; however, Serco considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.
Company Overview
Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco's 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.
To review Serco benefits please visit: https://www.serco.com/na/careers/benefits-of-choosing-serco . If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: careers@serco-na.com or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.
Candidates may be asked to present proof of identify during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice .
Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email Agencies@serco-na.com .
Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
If you seek a rewarding, high profile and challenging position supporting projects for the US Navy, then Serco has a wonderful opportunity for you!
As the Lead Submarine Test and Evaluation Engineer, you will be on a dynamic team providing technical, programmatic and technical support the Construction Branch of the VIRGINIA Class Submarine Program Office (PMS450) and the U.S. Navy's Team Submarine Program Offices at the Washington Navy Yard in Washington, DC! Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact on our military defense and safety of our sailors and contribute and influence the Navy's future, premier attack submarine.
PMS450 is the acquisition program office for the New Construction of Attack Submarines and for identifying, assembling, managing, directing, and coordinating the resources required for the R&D, design, construction, Test and Evaluation (T&E), Live Fire Test and Evaluation (LFT&E), and Fleet introduction of the U.S. Navy's newest class of nuclear attack submarines. PMS450 is responsible for developing and deploying a more affordable, nuclear-powered attack submarine with multi-mission capability and enhanced capabilities for performance in littoral areas. VIRGINIA Class submarines support five of the six Navy core maritime capabilities: Deterrence, Maritime Security, Sea Control, Forward Presence, and Power Projection.
In this role, you will:
- Support the management and execution of technical and design requirements for new and ongoing submarine shipbuilding programs
- Plan and coordinate test & evaluation events for the new construction submarines.
- Provide expert-level guidance to various teams regarding program management processes, coordinating schedules between project teams, supporting cost assessments, identifying/managing risk, and developing post-delivery operational plans.
- Coordinate with Fleet at ISIC and TYCOM level to ensure appropriate priority is afforded to Program Office needs in operational scheduling
- Coordinate with NUWC and NSWC trial leads to ensure test teams can support planned schedules
- Facilitate completion of Verification, Validation and Accreditation (VV&A) of Models and Simulations used in support of evaluating performance of VIRGINIA Class units
- Facilitate Test and Evaluation (T&E) WIPTs and Target/Threat Validation (TTV) IPTs for PMS 450 since IOT&E of USS VIRGINIA
- Use standard Microsoft Office tools to create briefs, write letters, or build spreadsheets to communicate necessary points, promulgate decisions, or analyze and present data.
Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- An active or current DoD Secret clearance.
- US Citizenship.
- Bachelor's of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics or related field.
- An Associate's Degree and 2 years of additional experience will be considered in lieu of Bachelor's Degree or a High School Diploma/GED and 4 years of additional experience will be considered in lieu of Bachelor's Degree.
- 8 years of experience.
- Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team consisting of systems engineers, electrical and electronics engineers, acquisition professionals, and logistics and sustainment professionals to achieve program outcomes.
- Experience supporting a submarine acquisition program.
- Knowledge of submarine construction process and test program, knowledge of naval ships/submarines, ship systems, or subsystems.
- Strong quantitative, analytical, and conceptual thinking skills.
- Expert in Excel, Word, and Powerpoint skills; Proficient in Access.
- Strong skills as a oral communicator, competent writer and editor.
- Strong project management skills and should be capable of working independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to facilitate and coordinate efforts with key government and non-government stakeholders.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work well within a time sensitive environment.
- Ability to learn and grow individually, while mentoring junior team members effectively, building team cohesion and capacity
- Ability to be flexible both in relation to job-specification and schedules.
- Demonstrate the ability to interact with senior management on complex technical issues
- Ability to work both in a team environment and independently, and often under short, multiple deadlines.
- Ability to be a team player, work well with others and contribute positively to work/team environment while continually seeking ways to enhance contribution to the team.
- Ability to travel up to 25% of the time and some travel outside the DC area may be required.
Additional desired experience and skills:
- Experience working in DoD or DoN environments is preferred.
- Recent experience in Team Submarine.
- Active-Duty Experience in the submarine service.
- 10 years of test and evaluation experience.
- Integrated Evaluation Framework, Test and Evaluation Master
- 10 years of Test planning, coordination, execution, data collection, analysis, and report generation.
- 10 years test and evaluation project lead experience for major defense acquisition programs.
- Test & evaluation experience supporting submarine, surface, and ballistic missile defense programs.
- Active NNPI account and CAC
- 10 years of experience with Navy acquisition and Submarine Programs.
- Experience leading a project and interfacing with an end item customer.
- Knowledge of Program Management, including the acquisition process, the budgeting process and Navy program execution.
Take this opportunity to join a high-performing team, advance your career, and make a real difference supporting America's Navy. Join the Serco team today!
Meet Your Recruiter!
In compliance with the District of Columbia's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this role is $ 119,574.56 to $ 199,290.94 ; however, Serco considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.
Company Overview
Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco's 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.
To review Serco benefits please visit: https://www.serco.com/na/careers/benefits-of-choosing-serco . If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: careers@serco-na.com or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.
Candidates may be asked to present proof of identify during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice .
Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email Agencies@serco-na.com .
Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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