Senior Systems Engineer - Washington, D.C.

Serco North America -
Washington Navy Yard, DC

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Job Details

Full-time
$97,787.27 - $162,978.79 a year
10 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance
Pet insurance

Qualifications

Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Teams
SharePoint
Productivity software

Full Job Description

Available in 28 locations

Senior Systems Engineer - Washington, D.C.

Available in 28 locations

Washington Navy Yard, District of Columbia, US, 20374

Alexandria, Virginia, US, 22311

Arlington, Virginia, US, 22202

Andrews AFB, Maryland, US, 20762

Washington, District of Columbia, US, 20005

Frederick, Maryland, US, 21702

District of Columbia, US, 20005

Fairfax, Virginia, US, 22033

Herndon, Virginia, US, 20170

Anacostia Annex, District of Columbia, US, 20373

Crystal City, Virginia, US, 22202

Falls Church, Virginia, US, 22042

Manassas, Virginia, US, 20110

McLean, Virginia, US, 22102

Bethesda, Maryland, US, 20889

Silver Spring, Maryland, US, 20910

Reston, Virginia, US, 20190

Baltimore, Maryland, US, 21201

Fort Belvoir, Virginia, US, 22060

Annapolis, Maryland, US, 21401

Columbia, Maryland, US, 21046

Indian Head, Maryland, US, 20640

Lexington Park, Maryland, US, 20653

Potomac Falls, Virginia, US, 20165

Rockville, Maryland, US, 20850

Springfield, Virginia, US, 22150

Suitland, Maryland, US, 20746

West Bethesda, Maryland, US, 20817

Washington Navy Yard, District of Columbia, US, 20374

Category: Engineering

Job ID: 34132

widget: Full-Time

Secret

No - Teleworking not available for this position

$97787.27-$162978.79

Position Description & Qualifications

If you are seeking a rewarding, high profile and challenging position supporting projects for the US Navy then Serco has a wonderful opportunity for you!

As the Senior Systems Engineer, you will support an active contract with the U.S. Navy where you will be on a dynamic team providing technical and programmatic support to the U.S. Navy’s Next Generation Attack Submarine Program Office at the Washington Navy Yard in Washington, DC! Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make a positive impact on the warfighting ability and readiness of the U.S. Navy and its sailors.

Serco supports the U.S. Navy as a prime for their Team Submarine SHAPM contract supporting the acquisition of submarines. PMS351 is the acquisition program office for the design and development of SSN(X), the U.S. Navy’s Next Generation Attack Submarine, 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 SSN(X). The Senior Systems Engineer will support the PMS351T “Technical” Division Deputy Ship Design Manager (DSDM), Ship Design Manager (SDM), and Principal Assistant Program Manager (PAPM).

In this role, you will:

Assist in the design, management and optimization of complex U.S. Submarine systems to meet client needs.
Utilize your leadership and collaboration skills to assist in managing the day-to-day efforts of a talented and experienced technical team.
Support systems design and requirements management efforts.
Utilize your knowledge of U.S. Submarine systems to translate high-level platform requirements and facilitate requirements decomposition and ship specification development.
Assist in cost estimation and budget analysis. Contribute to test and evaluation (T&E) planning and execution.
Engage in cybersecurity assessments and engineering initiatives.
Build and maintain enterprise architecture frameworks.
Facilitate system integration and interoperability tasks.
Perform risk management and reliability analysis.
Assist in communications and reporting for stakeholders.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

An Active or Current DoD Secret Clearance and ability to maintain the DoD Secret Clearance.
U.S. Citizenship.
Bachelor's degree in a technical field (e.g. Engineering, Physics, Computer Science).
6 years of combined Experience/Knowledge in the following:

- U.S. Navy Submarine systems design, testing, and/or operations.
- Systems Engineering or other engineering discipline supporting U.S. Navy Submarine programs or other complex technical projects.

Strong foundation in systems engineering principles.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
An analytical mindset.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), MS Teams, and MS SharePoint.
Ability to travel up to 10%

Additional desired experience and skills:

Active-Duty experience aboard an operational U.S. Submarine.
5 years of experience supporting technical and/or defense industry.
Programmatic experience managing complex Navy projects with a wide variety of stakeholders.
Any experience supporting Navy acquisition programs.
A technical master’s degree is desirable.

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!

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: [email protected] 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 [email protected].

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: [email protected].

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