Position Description & QualificationsAs the Submarine Infrastructure Analyst, you will provide programmatic support to one of our NAVSEA customers in the Washington, DC area. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact on our military defense and safety of our sailors.
Must possess an active Department of War (DoW) Secret security clearance.Serco supports the US Navy as a subcontractor for their Team Submarine contract supporting the acquisition of submarines. 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.
We are looking for someone who takes ownership of their work and thinks beyond just completing assigned tasks. The ideal candidate looks for ways to improve processes, builds tools that increase visibility, flags risks early, and helps reduce backlog. This role directly supports fleet readiness, so accountability and reliability matter. Strong written communication, time management, and the ability to work independently while staying aligned with leadership expectations are essential for success.
In this role, you will:
- Infrastructure Lead & Coordination: Serve as the lead for all shore infrastructure, facility modification, and TRF readiness initiatives supporting the transition from Ohio Class to Columbia Class SSBNs.
- Transition Agreements & Facility Scope: Draft, review, and manage transition agreements dawning between PMS 397, PMS 396, NAVFAC, CNIC, and local TRFs. Ensure clear delineation of responsibilities, milestones, and funding streams for infrastructure modifications.
- TRF Readiness & Site Integration: Collaborate directly with Trident Refit Facilities (TRF Bangor and TRF Kings Bay), Public Shipyards, and Naval Warfare Centers to audit, track, and verify that industrial equipment, dry docks, piers, and specialized facilities are ready to support Columbia-class maintenance.
- POM & Funding Alignment: Review Program Objective Memorandum (POM) requirements to ensure adequate long-term budget planning, military construction (MILCON), and facility sustainment, restoration, and modernization (FRM) funding are established for out-year infrastructure needs.
- Lessons Learned Integration: Evaluate historical infrastructure and facility transition data from prior ship class changes (e.g., Virginia class, Ohio class) to identify actionable lessons learned and mitigate facility-related risks.
- Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the primary interface across NAVSEA Program Offices, NAVFAC, CNIC, Submarine Type Commanders (TYCOMs), Regional Commands, and TRF leadership regarding facility readiness and site infrastructure timelines.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Must possess an active DoW Secret security clearance.
- 10 years' experience in engineering, science management, operational facility planning, or major defense infrastructure/acquisition programs.
- Bachelor's degree in business or a technical field. Associates degree and 2 years of additional related experience or a High School Diploma/GED and 4 years of additional related experience will be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
- Significant experience in U.S. Navy programs or fleet operations.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills suitable for brief preparation to senior NAVSEA, NAVFAC, and Fleet leadership.
- An eagerness to adopt new digital tools, willing to learn and configure platforms like SharePoint, and capable of using these tools to optimize current processes and build new, more efficient ones.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
- Strong customer, interpersonal and organizational level communication skills (written and verbal).
- Experience leading a project and interfacing with an end item customer.
- Ability to travel at least 10% of the time.
Additional Desired Experience and Skills:
- NAVFAC / CNIC Experience: Direct experience working with Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) or Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) execution processes, MILCON programming, and shore installation management is highly desired.
- TRF & SSBN Mission Knowledge: Deep familiarity with Trident Refit Facilities (TRFs), Pacific/Atlantic Fleet SSBN operations, dry dock operations, and strategic deterrence shore infrastructure.
- Submarine Acquisition & Maintenance: Familiarity with submarine maintenance philosophies, depot-level upkeep requirements, and industrial laydown requirements.
- Correspondence & Documentation: Proficiency in drafting technical documentation and formal executive correspondence in accordance with the Naval Correspondence Manual.
If you are interested in supporting and working with our military and sailors and a passionate Serco team- then submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!
