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Position Description & Qualifications

Are you an AEGIS warrior? Are you searching for an opportunity at a place you can have influence and make a difference every day? Discover this great opportunity at Serco to support combat systems development as part of Serco's team supporting PMS 400D and the Arleigh Burke Destroyer Class of ships.

Must have an active U.S. Department of War (DoW) Secret security clearance.

This is a hybrid role.

As an Engineer (AEGIS Hardware & Software Integrator) on Serco's team, you will analyze the Integrated Combat System (ICS) / BL10 AEGIS Combat System (ACS) and key combat system components (including SPY-6 Air and Missile Defense Radar (AMDR), and Weapon Systems) to track new developments and provide recommendations to PMS 400D. Your expertise and ideas are needed to maintain the most innovative and successful combat system in the world.

Serco supports the PMS 400D team who are responsible for the acquisition and delivery of the AEGIS destroyer and its combats systems to the Fleet in the defense of our nation and our allies.

In this role, you will:

• Provide support by observing and providing hardware and software maturity assessments, integration test results as well as watch items that could impact shipyard activation schedule/performance (E.G. stage testing), trials, or required capability at delivery.
• Provide onsite support from Development site (either Combat Systems Engineering Development Site at Moorestown, NJ or other location if changed) in order to ensure adequate integration of systems prior to shipboard installation on New Construction Destroyers.
• Identify the early on design and compatibility inflection points within the baseline development should be provided.
• Review of supporting technical documentation, evaluation of proposed changes, and resolution of specific issues within the technical community are expected.
• SMEs will provide technical review, analysis, and oversight for changes in their respective area of expertise.
• The subject duties will require SIPR access.
• Accomplish other duties as assigned.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• An active DoW Secret security clearance.
• A U.S. Citizenship.
• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science or relevant/similar field.
• Additional relevant/similar experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
• 5 years of experience (Experience with the technical or operational aspects of AEGIS system or similarly complex Navy Combat System highly preferred).
• Experience with Aegis Baseline 10 and Combat Systems Engineering Development Site (CSEDS) or similar/related experience.
• Experience with combat systems upgrades and testing onboard US Navy Ships or similar/related experience.
• A familiarity with software configuration management and baseline development.The ability to work closely with military and civilian government employees to meet established goals without direct supervision is required.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel competency is required, to include data entry, correction and retrieval; working with multiple worksheets, filtering data, creating and using mathematical, logical, statistical, and financial functions, charting and graphing, performing multiple-level sorting and use sorting options, and manipulating databases to obtain desired data.
• Intermediate/Advanced Microsoft Access competency to include data entry, correction, retrieval, understanding database relationships, working with table relationships, and creating tables, queries, forms, and reports at an advanced level.
• The ability to travel up to 10%.

If you are interested in supporting and working with our military 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. is using this posting for the purpose of building a talent pipeline of qualified candidates for future anticipated growth. This position is not a funded/active opening. Should the position become funded/active, qualified candidates will be invited to re-apply to the updated posting.**

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: 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 identity 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 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.

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: careers@serco-na.com.