Serco

AEGIS Test & Evaluation Engineer - Washington, D.C.

Serco • $100K — $120K *
Naval Anacost Annex, DC 20373In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of proven AEGIS system experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Proficiency in project management and multi-disciplinary coordination
  • Expertise in systems testing, certification, and integration
  • Strong communication skills for technical documentation and presentations

Responsibilities

  • Lead the management and technical discussions on SPY capabilities for AEGIS baselines
  • Develop and execute Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP) for DDG 51
  • Coordinate cross-organizational efforts with various Navy and defense entities
  • Provide expert advice on test and evaluation strategies and implementation
  • Monitor T&E program costs and schedules, ensuring test event compliance

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on a leading U.S. Navy shipbuilding program
  • Engage in high-level project management with significant impact
  • Collaborative environment across multiple defense organizations
  • Access to professional development and cutting-edge technology
  • Ability to influence strategic military defense initiatives
Full Job Description
Position Description & Qualifications

As the AEGIS Test & Evaluation Engineer, you will be a part of the dynamic DDG 51 Combat Systems Integration Team supporting the Navy's premier shipbuilding program located at Serco's Washington, D.C. location, where you will be responsible for development and execution of the Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP), including development of test strategies, plans and funding requirements for each phase. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact towards our military defense and safety of our sailors.

In this role, you will:
  • Lead for the management and technical discussion on SPY capabilities and maintenance for all AEGIS baselines in service.
  • Be fluent in Interoperability between various software developments in support of AEGIS baselines in the fleet and in development.
  • Recommend pathways for correction of technical and tactical concerns of the DDG51 suite (Experience with AEGIS Combat Systems or AEGIS Weapon Systems required)
  • Lead for the execution of the Test and Evaluation (T&E) program for DDG 51 Flight III.
  • Coordinate efforts across multiple organizations, including PEO IWS, MDA, DOT&E, COMOPTEVFOR and various NAVSEA Warfare Centers.
  • Serve as a recognized expert and advisor on the test and evaluation strategy and implementation plan, directing, coordinating, and managing highly complex projects.
  • Advise on a variety of test and evaluation related topics and issues for the organization to include Qualification, Developmental, Operational, Live Fire, Interoperability Testing, and test-related accreditations.
  • Serve as an advisor to the organization in terms of the latest T&E developments and initiatives.
  • Represent the organization on the T&E related matters at specific technical meetings, conferences, and working groups.
  • Coordinate and review technical reports and recommendations; approves or disapproves recommendations that affect major weapons programs and systems.
  • Review test and evaluation plans for completeness and accuracy.
  • Provide advice and guidance to Navy activities with reference to planning, designing, conducting, and reporting of operations required in preparation of system development plans.
  • Ensure that the operational requirements as specified in the ORD/CDD and incorporated in the TEMP, are adequately demonstrated prior to Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E) and Fleet Introduction.
  • Responsible for successful completion of all ship certifications.
  • Monitor and report on T&E program costs, schedule, and the performance of all test and evaluation activities.
  • Ensure that test events and activity requirements are sufficiently included into program documents.
  • Prepare select portions of budgets, both SCN and RDT&E, for specific test and evaluation resources and events.
  • Identify and clarifies contract requirements.
  • Develop POM issues as needed.


To be successful in this role, you will have:
  • Ability to obtain and maintain an Active Secret Clearance
  • US Citizenship
  • Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related technical field preferred.
    • An Associate's Degree and 2 years of additional experience will be considered in lieu of Bachelor's Degree or a High School Diploma/GED and 4 years of additional experience will be considered in lieu of Bachelor's Degree.
  • 8 years of AEGIS experience.
  • Experience leading projects to coordinate the design, integration, development, test, certification, or delivery of surface combatant ships and/or related components.
  • Experience preparing and evaluating technical documents for system projects and reviewing technical drawings.
  • Experience coordinating projects across multiple engineering disciplines.
  • Experience developing executive level presentations using MS Office products.
  • Efficient organizational skills to facilitate technical discussion.
  • Ability to write clear and concise technical correspondence to document technical reviews, collating stakeholder comments, and providing technical recommendations.
  • Ability to effectively articulate in oral and written presentations.
  • Ability to multi-task to meet deadlines.
  • 10% travel required.

Additional desired experience and skills:
  • An Active or Current DOD Secret Clearance.
  • Experience with AEGIS Combat Systems or AEGIS Weapon Systems.
  • DDG 51 Surface Combatant Shipbuilding experience.
  • Experience with ARLEIGH BURKE Destroyer (DDG 51) Program Office PMS 400D.
  • Experience serving aboard AEGIS combatants in a technical management role.
  • Experience with Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP).
  • Experience with Live Fire Test and Evaluation (LFT&E).
  • Experience with Full Ship Shock Trial (FSST).
  • Experience with Capability Development Document (CDD).
  • Experience with Operational Requirements Document (ORD).
  • Experience with OPTEVFOR.
  • Experience with Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E).
  • Experience with Combat Ship System Qualification Trials (CSSQT).


If you are ready to take the next step of your career path, apply today!

About Serco

Serco Group plc is a British company providing public services. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index. The company has four divisions: Health, Justice and Immigration, Transport, and Defence, and operates across the UK and Europe, North America, Asia Pacific and the Middle East. Serco primarily provides public services to governments, including the operation of prisons and hospitals, defence and aerospace services, and transport services. The company also provides IT and consultancy services to the public sector. Serco has been involved in a number of controversies, including allegations of overcharging the UK government and mismanagement of contracts.
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Size
50,000 employees
Industry
Business Services
Founded
1988
* Ladders Estimates

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