Serco

Submarine Development Professional

Serco$80K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Ability to obtain Secret Clearance
  • Minimum of one year experience in an accredited engineering or technology program
  • Interest in shipbuilding
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Proficiency in software applications like MS Office
  • Military veteran status preferred
  • Willingness to travel 10% of the time

Responsibilities

  • Participate in a rotational job program to learn submarine engineering
  • Engage with structural, materials, electrical, and propulsion systems
  • Gain exposure to the submarine shipbuilding industry and related vendors
  • Familiarize with submarine construction, design, and quality assurance
  • Facilitate efficient design and acquisition decision-making
  • Interface with experts and stakeholders across different functions
  • Receive mentorship for professional development and adaptation

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on high-profile projects for the US Navy
  • Access to a mentorship program for career growth
  • Exposure to a dynamic team focused on military defense
  • Recognition from the Navy and industry for team contributions
  • Participation in improving submarine research, development, and maintenance
Full Job Description
Position Description & Qualifications

If you seek a rewarding, high profile and challenging position supporting projects for the US Navy which requires technical rigor and will tap and build on your expertise, Serco has a wonderful opportunity for you! Our Keel to Career program is designed to forge today's talent for tomorrow's watch. As a Submarine Development Professional you will be on a dynamic team, supporting Team Submarine COLUMBIA Program Office. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact on our military defense and safety of our sailors.

Team Submarine's Submarine COLUMBIA Class Program Office is responsible for:

The construction of COLUMBIA Class submarines, financial and budget management, shipyard support of submarines, vendor support of submarines, logistical support, quality assurance (SUBSAFE), and post-delivery submarine certifications and test programs.

The Team Submarine concept unifies once diverse submarine-related activities into a single submarine-centric organization with the goal of eliminating traditional stovepipe structures and processes that created impediments and inefficiencies in the submarine research, development, acquisition, and maintenance communities. Team Submarine provides improved communication among the various offices that contribute to the overall success of the United States Submarine Force.

David Druryhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/david-druryleads 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.

Must be able to obtain/maintain a U.S. (DoD) Secret security clearance.

In this role, you will:
  • Participate in a job rotational program to learn various aspects of submarine engineering, design, research and development.
  • Potential areas of engagement include structural systems, metallic and non-metallic materials, electrical and electronic systems, propulsion machinery, submarine acoustics, and various submarine support systems.
  • Gain familiarity with the Submarine Shipbuilding Industry and be exposed to a broad range of industry vendors, shipbuilding activities, and programmatic tools.
  • Gain familiarity in submarine construction and design, submarine quality assurance programs, the Navy's risk management programs.
  • Help facilitate timely design and acquisition decisions.
  • Interface with a broad range of experts and stakeholders.
  • Be assign a mentor that will assist you in resume development, interview techniques, job searches, and adapt to working in a professional environment.


To be successful in this role, you will have:
  • Ability to obtain Secret Clearance.
  • At least one year in an accredited university's engineering, technology, computer science or science.
  • An interest in shipbuilding.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • The ability to use a variety of software products (e.g. MS Office).
  • Veteran experience in the military is a plus!
  • To be able to travel 10%.

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
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Founded
1988

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