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Serco Demonstration Lead Engineer in Virginia Beach, Virginia

Position Description

If you love high profile and challenging projects supporting the United States Navy - Serco has a great opportunity for you! This Test Engineer Position will be on a dynamic team responsible for testing unmanned vehicle programs at our customer site in Norfolk, VA and in our Thurston Rd Virginia Beach office. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact towards our national security homeland defense.

Serco supports the US Navy in the acquisition of new technology used to defend our nation. Our team reviews acquisition documentation, develops test plans, executes test events, collects, and analyzes data, and writes test reports. This includes programs supporting the US Navy’s Operation Test Command (OPTEVFOR).

You will be part of a team that works closely with the customer and other Serco teams to deliver quality test analysis and reports. The team supports Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Carderock Division (CD) Code 80 at Little Creek and NOB Norfolk. The position requires the ability to perform underway on Navy vessels and may permit occasional remote site work.

In this role, you will:

  • Perform as the Demonstration Lead Engineer that supports NSWCCD in the review of acquisition documents, development of demonstration and exercise plans, execution of pier side and underway demonstrations and exercises, the reduction and analysis of data, and the writing of demonstration and exercise result reports.

  • Plan operationally relevant events, in operationally relevant environments with fleet operators and end-users.

  • Interface with sponsors, fleet users and system stakeholders.

  • Survey and document operator feedback on system utility and performance.

  • Document Event objectives, assessment criteria, observations, and accomplishments.

  • Document test article configuration to include platform components, propulsion gear, onboard sensors, and associated onboard software and software version.

  • Provide daily situational reports (SITREPs) to summarize accomplishments, issues encountered, observations, and way forward.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Five to seven years of experience.

  • A Master's degree preferred, or a Bachelor’s degree and two years of experience in the field of test and evaluation or systems engineering. In lieu of a degree, one can have ten years of experience in the field of test and evaluation or systems engineering.

  • A current or active DoD Secret Security clearance.

  • Knowledge of the following for surface ships:

  • Test and Evaluation Policy and Methods Management

  • Technology Development Testing

  • Platform Performance Trials

  • Component & Systems Tests

  • Operational Evaluation

  • Test Instrumentation & Setup

  • Test Data Analysis & Reporting

  • Special Warfare Development Test & Evaluation

  • Underway Test & Evaluation

  • Disciplined, takes initiative, optimistic attitude, critical thinker.

  • Understanding of surface navy platforms and operations.

  • Secret Security Clearance.

  • Proficiency in technical writing.

  • Proficiency with MS-Office software to include MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, and MS Power Point.

  • The ability to travel at least 25% of the time.

Additional desired experience and skills:

  • Experience serving on Naval surface ships.

  • Experience with unmanned systems and platforms highly desirable.

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

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 63643

Recruiting Location : Location US-VA-Virginia Beach

Category Engineering

Position Type Full-Time

Security Clearance Secret

Telework No - Teleworking not available for this position

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