Current DoD security clearance or ability to obtain a Secret clearance within three months
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (6 years with Associate's, 8 years with High School diploma)
Minimum 4 years of relevant program office or acquisition support experience
Experience in analyzing information and coordinating stakeholder input
Strong written communication and organizational skills
Proficiency in M365 software suite
Ability to travel up to 10% as needed
Responsibilities
Support the Post Delivery PAPM through research and coordination of program activities
Analyze assigned matters and develop recommendations as an action officer
Support CDRL development and learn specific processes on the job
Review new work requirements for technical specification compliance
Facilitate planning meetings and track assigned actions to completion
Develop and maintain program documentation and lessons learned repositories
Support the development of Test and Evaluation strategies and plans
Benefits
Opportunity to work on a high-priority Navy shipbuilding program
Collaborative environment with government and industry professionals
Potential for professional growth and advancement
Direct impact on the future of the U.S. Navy
Supportive team culture at Serco
Full Job Description
Position Description & Qualifications
Serco has an immediate need for a Project Analyst (Post Delivery Hull & Test Support) in Washington, DC, providing direct support to the U.S. Navy Frigate Program Office responsible for the acquisition, construction, testing, delivery, and lifecycle transition of surface combatants. As a key member of the PMS 410 Post Delivery and Test team, you will work closely with Government and industry professionals as well as shipbuilders and other support personnel. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the future of the Navy while supporting the acquisition and delivery of one of its newest ships.
In this role, you will:
Support the Post Delivery PAPM through research, planning, organization, work package development, and coordination of assigned program activities.
Serve as an action officer for the customer by analyzing assigned matters, developing recommendations, coordinating stakeholder input, tracking actions, and supporting timely resolution.
Support CDRL development for Post Delivery Execution and the Planning Yard. CDRL-specific processes may be learned through on-the-job training.
Review new work requirements and support verification that completed work meets applicable technical specifications.
Facilitate Frigate Post Delivery Advance Planning meetings, coordinate follow-up activities, prepare meeting minutes, and track assigned actions through completion.
Review and provide input on planning, strategy, and administrative process documentation for PDT&T and Post Delivery activities.
Develop and maintain desk guides, lessons learned repositories, and other program documentation.
Support the organization and management of program information within Microsoft Teams and SharePoint.
Support the development and revision of the overarching Test and Evaluation Master Test Strategy and future Test and Evaluation Master Plan.
Review and adjudicate stakeholder comments on Test and Evaluation strategies and plans in coordination with the appropriate technical and program authorities.
Support and facilitate applicable Test and Evaluation working groups, including WIPTs, Cyber Working Groups, and DT Assist Design Reviews.
Serve as the program liaison to the Risk Manager by coordinating risk information, tracking updates and mitigation actions, and supporting maintenance of the PDT&T Risk Register.
Analyze program information and provide findings, recommendations, status updates, and related documentation to the customer and program leadership.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Current DoD security clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance within three months of hire
U.S Citizenship required
Bachelor's degree
Or an Associate's degree with minimum 6 years of relevant experience in lieu of Bachelor's degree
Or a High School Diploma/GED with minimum 8 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
Minimum 4 years of relevant program office, ship production, or acquisition support experience
Experience analyzing information, developing recommendations, coordinating stakeholder input, and tracking actions through completion
Ability to facilitate working groups and communicate effectively with customer, program, and technical stakeholders
Strong written communication, meeting documentation, organizational, and records-management skills
Ability to work under general supervision while independently managing assigned actions and escalating matters requiring technical or program authority
Proficiency in the M365 software suite including Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint
Ability to travel up to 10%, as needed
Additional desired expereince and skills:
At least two years of relevant Navy or DoD experience preferred
At least two years of Test and Evaluation experience preferred
If you are passionate about supporting the U.S. Navy and working within a dedicated Serco team, we encourage you to apply today. This is an opportunity to directly contribute to one of the Navy's highest-priority shipbuilding programs while advancing your professional career
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.
