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Washington, DC (On-Site/Office)
Position Description & Qualifications
The Senior Ship Manager provides senior-level, project manager-equivalent contract support directly to the Ship Class Managers (PAPMs) in PMS 321. This role delivers strategic modernization, sustainment planning, and financial execution oversight across the LHA, LHD, and LPD ship classes to ensure class-wide consistency, technical alignment, and Fleet readiness. Working on behalf of and in close coordination with NAVSEA Ship Class Managers/PAPMs, the Senior Ship Manager leads coordination among Navy stakeholders, technical authorities, cost modeling teams, and modernization databases. The position focuses on lifecycle management, risk mitigation, budget programming, and installation execution to support amphibious/expeditionary platform operational capabilities.
In this role, you will:
Financial & Program Accountability
To be successful in this role you will have:
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://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/what-we-offer . 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.
Pay Transparency
Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance-so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities. Benefits - Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role):
To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us .
Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco's external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: careers@serco-na.com .
The Senior Ship Manager provides senior-level, project manager-equivalent contract support directly to the Ship Class Managers (PAPMs) in PMS 321. This role delivers strategic modernization, sustainment planning, and financial execution oversight across the LHA, LHD, and LPD ship classes to ensure class-wide consistency, technical alignment, and Fleet readiness. Working on behalf of and in close coordination with NAVSEA Ship Class Managers/PAPMs, the Senior Ship Manager leads coordination among Navy stakeholders, technical authorities, cost modeling teams, and modernization databases. The position focuses on lifecycle management, risk mitigation, budget programming, and installation execution to support amphibious/expeditionary platform operational capabilities.
In this role, you will:
- Provide direct senior-level assistance to Ship Class Managers/PAPMs in planning, scheduling, and executing modernization and sustainment alterations across LHA, LHD, and LPD platforms, promoting standardized approaches and resolving cross-class technical and programmatic issues.
- Lead synchronization of modernization technical planning with funding lines (e.g., OMN, OPN) to develop executable, class-consistent installation packages.
- Track, validate, prioritize, and advocate for financial requirements across CLINs, supporting alteration design, engineering, and installation (e.g., CLIN 2/4 DSA Production and Engineering Support).
- Oversee execution reporting, late-add funding requests, delta funding for technical maturity or emergent Fleet needs, and provide recommendations to leadership.
- Develop, maintain, and lead updates to installation planning artifacts (e.g., Fielding Plan, Poker Chip, APS) to ensure scheduling and funding readiness across ship classes.
- Conduct comprehensive risk assessments for cost, schedule, and technical maturity; lead development and implementation of mitigation strategies briefed to senior leadership.
- Manage and validate continuous modernization data within the Navy Database Environment (NDE) and Navy Modernization Process (NMP), ensuring alignment with program objectives, budgets, and technical baselines.
- Lead analytical support to Cost Model teams for budgeting efforts, including POM (Program Objective Memorandum), PB (Presidential Budget), DON submissions, and Final Snapshot Summary (FSS) updates.
- Prepare and present executive-level briefs, reports, and Microsoft Office deliverables summarizing programmatic status, cost/schedule impacts, and capability implications for NAVSEA leadership and stakeholders.
Financial & Program Accountability
- Provides senior oversight and strategic planning for multi-million-dollar annual modernization and sustainment budgets across LHA/LHD/LPD lifecycle execution.
- Analyzes and advises on cost impacts from schedule deferrals, late technical changes, installation growth, and emergent requirements.
- Validates cost realism, funding sufficiency, and programmatic alignment of modernization packages prior to authorization and execution.
To be successful in this role you will have:
- An Active DoD Secret security clearance
- U.S Citizenship required
- Bachelor's degree with minimum 10 years of Navy modernization, lifecycle sustainment, acquisition, or ship maintenance experience
- Demonstrated senior-level experience supporting NAVSEA ship class management, alteration planning, installation scheduling, or lifecycle readiness for amphibious/expeditionary platforms
- Proven expertise in Navy funding processes (OMN/OPN), availability planning, cost modeling, and engineering support
- Strong working knowledge of Navy Database Environment (NDE) and Navy Modernization Process (NMP) required
- Former Navy officers, senior enlisted, government civilians, or industry professionals with direct ship class or program management experience in amphibious warfare highly preferred
- Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for advanced financial analysis, schedule modeling, and executive presentations
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with proven ability to prepare and deliver executive-level briefs and represent NAVSEA interests in high-level technical and financial stakeholder meetings
- Strong leadership and prioritization skills to manage complex, competing deadlines and provide strategic guidance to cross-functional teams
- Ability to build collaborative relationships with PAPMs/Ship Class Managers, technical authorities, and other stakeholders to drive program success
- Ability to travel up to 10%
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://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/what-we-offer . 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.
Pay Transparency
Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance-so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities. Benefits - Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role):
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
- 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
- Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
- Employee Assistance Plan
To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us .
Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco's external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: careers@serco-na.com .
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