Position Description & QualificationsAs the Electric Power Generation Engineer, supporting our active contract with the U.S. Navy in the Washington, DC area, you will support and be an integral part of the design and development of the COLUMBIA Class submarine's IPS (Integrated Power System) electrical system. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact towards our military defense and safety of our sailors.
The NAVSEA 05Z5 Directorate is responsible for the design and development of the COLUMBIA class Integrated Power System that provides power distribution and propulsion for the future ballistic missile submarines, and the design of a new turbine generator to generate all electrical power. They work with directly with the shipbuilder for identifying, assembling, managing, directing, and coordinating all resources required for the design, construction, and Test and Evaluation (T&E) of the future submarine's power system. They are also responsible for all of the Turbine Generators for generating electricity for all submarine and CVNs. The future Ballistic Missile Submarine is the nation's top defense priority as the only survivable leg of the nuclear triad.
Len Bunch (www.linkedin.com/in/leonardbunch) leads this team as a Navy veteran. 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:- Design and implement electrical power generation systems including specifications and operational requirements.
- Develop and integrate the control systems for all power generation components.
- Design and develop Turbine Generators, with an emphasis on the generator end.
- Design and integrate control systems for the Turbine Generator.
- Collaborate closely with Naval Reactors, PMS 397, the shipbuilder, and component vendors to define and meet detailed design requirements.
- Ensure all production units meet established design criteria and maintain the highest quality standards.
To be successful in this role, you will have:- Ability to obtain and maintain an Active Secret clearance before starting.
- US Citizenship
- Bachelor's degree in electrical (preferred), Mechanical, Computer, or other engineering degree or related field (Physics, for example).
- NAVSEA or submarine similar/related experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirements.
- 5 years of similar/related experience.
- 3 years of experience in the design of military or commercial power generation systems or similar/related experience.
- Ability to be articulate in both oral and written formats.
- Ability to use the Microsoft Office Suite of programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Ability to provide rigorous, responsive, technical acumen while retaining a collaborative and amiable approach.
- Ability to travel 10% of the time.
Additional desired experience and skills:- An Active or Current Secret Clearance.
- 5 years of experience in the maintenance, operation and issue resolution of power generation systems.
- 3 years of experience with magnetic bearings as applied to power generation systems
- Naval Nuclear Propulsion experience on VIRGINA class submarines, at a Prototype or Nuclear shipyard.
If you are interested in supporting and working with our military and sailors and a passionate Serco team, submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!
Pay TransparencyOur 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
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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: [redacted].
