Junior Naval Engineer

Position Description

If you’re motivated by high-impact work that directly supports the U.S. Navy, Serco is seeking a Junior Engineer to join a highly experienced team in Arlington, VA supporting the development, construction, and sustainment of U.S. Navy surface ship systems. In this role, you will provide supervised engineering, production, and testing support across hull, mechanical, electrical, and total ship systems, including ship surveillance, waterfront engineering, inspections, and construction oversight.

This position offers the opportunity to work alongside Navy, shipyard, and industry partners to ensure ships are built and maintained to the highest technical and safety standards, directly contributing to fleet readiness and the safety of our Sailors.

In this role, you will:

• Under supervision provide support to clients developing and maintaining U.S. Navy surface ships systems and associated subsystems.
• Provide production and testing support including engineering support for hull, mechanical and electrical systems; total ship engineering; ship surveillance; and all types of waterfront engineering and inspections.
• Review shipbuilder work packages, conduct photo documentation, develop databases allowing searches for key information in written correspondence.
• Review drawings, Initial Change Proposals (ICP), Engineering Change Proposals (ECP), waterfront changes, work items, design reviews condition reports and trial cards.
• Reviewing initial designs, developments, and analysis of new ships and/or ship systems.
• Assist in the development of designs for current and conceptualized ships, systems, and equipment. Evaluate designs for feasibility.
• Reviewing ECP packages for completeness and provide recommendations.
• Assessing compliance with Naval regulatory and design standards.
• Interfacing with stakeholders and cross functional teams to ensure necessary resources are available for ship/system.
• Participating in Gas Turbine design meetings.
• Reviewing qualification test procedures and participating in qualification testing and trials.
• Researching new technology and/or development tools to remain informed of current technology.
• Maintaining communications with SUPSHIP, NAVAIR and other commands, including laboratories and support contractors, in resolving technical issues impacting (or have potential to impact) the design or performance of the ship class.

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Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• • • Bachelor's degree in naval architecture, ocean engineering, mechanical engineering, marine engineering, systems engineering (ABET-Accredited), or a related discipline.
    • Understanding of ship and ship system design principles and practices.
    • Familiarity with maritime HM&E systems and Naval construction process.
    • Applicant must be highly skilled in both oral and written communications and be capable of productive and efficient work with limited or no supervision.
    • Applicant must be proficient with Microsoft Office programs.
    • Candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET Security Clearance
    • Travel Requirement ~10%

Additional desired experience and skills:

• • • Experience working with applicable regulatory, commercial, and military standards and classification society rules desired.
    • Experience working with ship system performance assessment and prediction methods a plus.
    • Knowledge of DDG 51 acquisition program and processes a plus.
    • Experience working with Navy ship and ship system design principles and practices.
    • Familiarity with maritime fuel systems, Gas Turbine Propulsion, Gas Turbine Generators, Saltwater Cooling systems, damage control systems and auxiliary systems.
    • Former Navy gas turbine shipboard auxiliary or main propulsion experience a plus.
    • Experience working with applicable regulatory, commercial, and military standards and classification society rules desired.

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!

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.

Candidates may be asked to present proof of identify during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.

Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email [email protected].

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.

Pay Transparency

Our 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 the 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 HIGHLIGHTS – Comprehensible Benefits for Full-time Employees (Part-time members receive a customized 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 you can buy, 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 that includes counseling conditions
• Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific contract as well as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement or the Service Contract Act.

To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://www.serco.com/na/careers/about-us.

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. This is a U.S.-based role. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: [email protected].