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Serco Acoustics Engineer in Washington, District Of Columbia
Position Description
If you seek a rewarding, high profile and challenging position supporting projects for the US Navy- Serco has a great opportunity for you! This position will be on a dynamic team, supporting Team Submarine. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact towards our military defense and safety of our sailors.
The PMS450 VIRGINIA Class Program Office is responsible for the acquisition and design of the world’s premier fast attack submarine and for identifying, assembling, managing, directing, and coordinating the resources required for the R&D, design, construction, Test and Evaluation (T&E) and Live Fire Test and Evaluation (LFT&E) of the attack submarine. The Attack Submarine is designed to retain multi-mission capability and sustained combat presence in denied waters with a focus on greater speed, stealth, and horizontal payloads and salvo rates.
Serco-NA has an opening for an Acoustics Engineer to support an active contract with the U.S. Navy in the Washington, DC area. You will be supporting the Acoustics Branch within PMS450. The Acoustics Branch has oversight of every aspect of the construction of the VACL submarines. Retired Submarine LDOs and Chiefs encouraged to apply.
You will gain an in-depth knowledge of how every aspect of the VACL submarine, the engines, the screws, the design, all affect the acoustic signature of the VACL submarine and how to minimize the acoustic signature to increase survivability of the submarine.
You will gain knowledge of Acquisition processes involved in launching a new VACL submarine, including the various milestones required during the engineering phase through production.
Acoustic engineers rely on their ability to recognize and manipulate how sound moves. A successful acoustic engineer uses this ability to solve client problems with noise control or sound quality.
You may have the opportunity to visit a maintenance facility and submarine base, based on availability of those facilities.
In this role, you will:
Assist in generating acquisition documentation for milestone reviews.
Assist in performing technical planning, cost, schedule, risk, supportability, and effectiveness analysis for total systems; analyses performed at concept, design, test, evaluation, and operational phases.
Gain knowledge of DoD acquisition policies, NAVSEASYSCOM policies and procedures, and Congressional authorization and appropriations process.
Support PMS450 evaluation of proposed designs and arrangements.
Identify technical issues that need resolution in their particular area. Work with applicable SITs to facilitate resolution of technical issues. Facilitate timely decisions and review and adjudication of all design products and written correspondence.
Act as a liaison with other PMS450 team members and NAVSEA05 Technical Warrant Holders (TWH).
Be a primary customer contact for all activities, regularly meeting with and updating the customer on project status.
Establish and maintain effective relationships with the program manager, deputy program manager and/or technical lead.
Lead program review sessions with customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance.
Provide acquisition management planning and execution support. Lead technical discussions for project reviews, including preparing and delivering formal briefings. Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will have:
A current or active DoD Secret security clearance, or the ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance.
A Bachelor's degree in any engineering, math, physics, technical or even music discipline.
Two to four years’ experience.
Experience with Navy acquisition and/or In-Service Programs.
The ability to travel at least 25% of the time.
You should have:
A sense of curiosity.
Ability to work an assigned task in accordance with SOP’s or specifications independently without direction.
The ability to work well within a team.
An attitude for accountability and responsibility.
Diligence and accuracy in recording of hours worked.
The ability to work outside of recognized working hours to fulfill a task.
The ability to recognize that initially there is significant amounts of classified material to be absorbed prior to independent working of tasks.
Attention to details or is detail oriented.
The ability to be comfortable working within all regimes of engineering disciplines (ship architecture, electrical, electronics, piping, structures, and HVAC engineering).
Experience in working with 2D engineering drawings.
The ability to be well versed with computers and software.
The ability to laugh.
Excellent technical writing skills.
The ability to access ladders, and small spaces aboard a ship.
The ability to access heights without being afraid.
Additional desired experience and skills:
Active-duty experience in the submarine service.
Recent experience in Team Submarine.
If you are ready to take the next step of your career path, apply 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://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 ourApplicant Privacy Policy and Notice (https://www.serco.com/na/privacy-policy) .
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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ID 64236
Recruiting Location : Location US-DC-Washington
Category Engineering
Position Type Full-Time
Security Clearance Secret
Telework No - Teleworking not available for this position
Campaign LPSHAPM