Mechanical Engineer

Position Description

If you love important, meaningful, and challenging projects and supporting the US Navy –Serco has a great opportunity for you!

Serco supports the Navy as prime for their Amphibious Assault & Connectors program. The Planning Yard team supports the Landing Craft Division in the maintenance of the Landing Craft, Air Cushion (LCAC), the planning and maintenance of the new Ship to Shore Connector (SSC) and the configuration and engineering management of the new Landing Craft, Utility (LCU) 1700.

You will be located in Boston, MA as part of a 12-person Engineering team  consisting of mechanical, electrical, and architectural engineers that works closely with the customer in delivering quality products and services to the fleet.

In this role you will:

• Serve as a Mechanical engineer in the Landing Craft Planning Yard (LCPY) for the Landing Craft, Air Cushion (LCAC); Ship to Shore Connector (SSC); and Landing Craft, Utility (LCU) 1700 programs. You may be called upon to support other programs as needed.
• Develop and revise installation and alteration drawings for the LCAC Service Life Extension Program (SLEP), and LCU 1700 program and other ongoing availabilities, Craft Change Documents (CCDs), and Liaison Action Requests (LARs).
• Review and/or develop design changes and their incorporation in engineering drawings and schematics.
• Edit new and revised technical manuals.
• Create, revise, and review Technical Manual Deficiency/Evaluation Reports (TMDERs).
• Maintain a 3-D CAD ShipConstructor model database for the LCU 1700 class.
• Provide technical troubleshooting and review of new component designs.
• Maintain workload and respond to tasking within the schedule and technical requirements identified in the Integrated Data Environment (IDE).
• Travel to shipyards and perform on-site craft inspections to verify craft configuration and currency with documentation.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Bachelor’s degree plus 2 to 4 years of relevant work experience. Degree must be in engineering. In some cases, educational requirements may be adjusted or waived for more than 6 years of relevant work experience. Work experience may be adjusted based on education, or highly specialized knowledge or uniquely applicable experience for positions involving new technology or labor market shortages as reflected by market survey data.
• You must be able to obtain and maintain an active DoD clearance upon employment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is required.
• Knowledge of SolidWorks or ShipConstructor 3D modeling program is highly desired.
• Knowledge of engineering principles, methods, and techniques within a specific area of expertise.
• Knowledge of relevant tools, equipment, hardware, and software.
• Effective organization level communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite programs, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook is required.
• This position requires travel to shipyards 2-4 times per year (or up to 10%) to conduct craft inspections. Must be able to climb ladders, stairs, and work in small spaces when conducting inspections on the craft.
• Prior experience working in engineering in the Navy or Marine Industry, while not required, is desired.

Take this opportunity to join a high-performing team, advance your career, and make a real difference supporting America’s Navy. Join the Serco team today!

Meet your Recruiter!

In compliance with state and local laws regarding pay transparency, the salary range for this role is $78,073.24 to $130,122.06; however, Serco considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.

Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

To review Serco benefits please visit: https://www.serco.com/na/careers/benefits-of-choosing-serco. If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: [email protected] or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.

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Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.