Lead Test And Evaluation Engineer (Washington, Dc)

If you desire an opportunity to help the Navy and Marine Corps, Serco has a great opportunity for you! As the Lead Test and Evaluation (T&E) Engineer, a key contract position, you will lead the T&E support team that is evaluating and managing the delivery of new amphibious ships and landing craft to the fleet. Our professional support services team is led by a Program Manager and Deputy Program Manager, each having decades of experience working in the DoD and Shipbuilding Industry. Our Amphibious Warfare Operation provides critical services to nearly all U.S. Navy amphibious ships and craft. You will work closely with Government and industry professionals as well as shipbuilders and other support personnel. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact towards our military defense and safety of our sailors and marines.

This position is contingent on your ability to obtain, maintain, and transfer your Top Secret clearance post employment.

Serco supports the U.S. Navy as a prime contractor providing amphibious warfare and expeditionary professional support services. We are committed to providing the U.S. Navy with the engineering and subject matter expertise to face all challenges, and welcome those with dedication, talent, and skill sets to join the Serco Amphibious Warfare Team.

In this role, you will:

• Directly support the Test and Evaluation Principal Assistant Program Manager (PAPM) and provide overall T&E management support.
• Coordinate Developmental, Operational, and Live Fire T&E (LFT&E) support activities
• Liaison with COMOPTEVFOR and other oversite organizations
• Assisting in the development of the Test and Evaluation Management Plan (TEMP)
• Providing current and out-year planning, scheduling, and task allocation support
• Produce accurate reports in support of T&E activities
• Lead and direct the work of others including providing mentorship.

 To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A Highschool Diploma or GED plus 14 years of relevant experience. Individuals with college degrees or technical school or military certifications with less years of experience, will be considered.
• Relevant DoD T&E experience is required, this is defined as: 
  • Directly supporting the Test and Evaluation Principal Assistant Program Manager (PAPM) and provide overall T&E management support.
  • Coordinating Developmental, Operational, and Live Fire T&E (LFT&E) support activities
  • Liaison with COMOPTEVFOR and other oversite organizations
  • Assisting in the development of the Test and Evaluation Management Plan (TEMP)
  • Providing current and out-year planning, scheduling, and task allocation support
• A current DoD Top Secret security clearance or be able to obtain an interim clearance after hire.
• United States (U.S.) citizenship.
• Ability to operate personal computers and have good knowledge and operational abilities with Microsoft Office tools.
• Ability to support activities in a shipyard or naval facility. Some work may occur within an industrial field office, outdoors and/or aboard ship while the ship is undergoing construction, alteration, activation, overhaul, repair, and/or underway trials. Walking and climbing throughout the ship, to accomplish ship checks, may be required. Exposure to high noise levels, uncomfortable temperatures, heights, or other industrial safety conditions will require use of personal protective clothing and equipment.
• Ability to travel (less than 10%) to support activities in a shipyard or naval facility or onboard ship while underway.

Additional desired experience and skills:

• A Master’s degree in an engineering discipline with 8-10 years of relevant experience is preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is desired.
• U.S. Navy or U.S. Coast Guard experience in ship and/or landing craft T&E experience is desired. Relevant Amphibious warship ship and/or landing craft T&E experience is ideal.
• Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act of 1990 (DAWIA) certification is desired.
• DoD/Navy ACAT I Program experience is desired.

If you are interested in supporting and working with our military and sailors and a passionate Serco team - then submit your application now for immediate consideration.  It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!

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.

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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.