Are you looking for a professional opportunity at a place you can have influence every day? If so, discover this great software development opportunity located at Serco's Newport, Rhode Island location. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact toward our military defense and safety of our sailors by discovering your new role supporting this critical mission.
This position is contingent upon your ability to obtain and maintain your DoD Secret level clearance.
Serco supports the US Navy as a prime for the Autonomous Maritime Systems Test Center (AMSTC) Engineering and Technical Services contract which supports defense work on Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUVs). Our team upgrades, maintains and manages the hardware and software systems of multiple UUV platforms to ensure the safety of the sailors and to allow them to perform their missions successfully.
You will be part of a 22-25-member team that collaborates closely with the customer and other Serco teams to deliver quality systems. This Software Engineering position focuses on the development and maintenance of the cybersecurity posture of multiple faclilities and systems at NUWCDIVNPT. The designated program manager leads this team with over 39 years' experience. The team has been recognized by the Navy and the industry for their outstanding contributions to the contract and program.
In this role, you will:
- Support the development, operation, and maintenance of a variety of complex technology systems
- Be involved in the development of software for UUV mission capability systems and modules.
- Perform UUV system software testing and troubleshooting in laboratory and at sea environments
- Develop software development plans and documents and maintain documentation, procedures and working instructions in accordance with federal and departmental guidelines.
- Assist with proposals, including gathering facts, analyzing data, and preparing project overview which compares alternatives in terms of cost, time, availability of equipment and personnel, etc.
- Perform additional duties and responsibilities as required.
- Comply with applicable quality and security procedures in the performance of duties.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, electrical engineering, or a related field, plus 0 to two years of related experience. (In some cases, educational requirements may be adjusted or waived for more than six years applicable work experience, highly specialized knowledge, uniquely applicable experience for positions involving new technology, labor market shortages as reflected by market survey or obtained through military service)
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret level Security Clearance.
- Proficiency with Python, C, C++, and Docker software tool
- Command line experience
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Strong software troubleshooting skills
- Effective communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Additional desired experience and skills:
- Familiarity with HTML programming language
- Familiarity with acoustics and autonomy software
If you are ready to take the next step of your career path, apply today!
Company OverviewSerco 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.
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Employment Type: FULL_TIME