Senior Engineer

Position Description

If you love high-profile, challenging work, then this position is for you! Serco supports the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) Systems Engineering Department (SED)  in the areas of Research and development (R&D), integration, testing, production, deployment, and sustainment for Aviation and Weapons Programs.

As a Senior Engineer, you will work closely with the customer and other team members to deliver quality technical services.

You will perform programmatic or technical leadership roles in an organization identifying, formulating, designing, and/or testing practical solutions to engineering problems; you will guide the engineering development of modern complex systems; you will employ systems engineering methods and tools in the development of advanced complex systems; and, when appropriate, you will conduct research in applied systems engineering to advance the capabilities of the fielded weapons system(s).  

In this role you will:

• Perform tasks with little or no guidance or leads the execution of complex tasks Have demonstrated knowledge in area of engineering expertise and apply engineering principles to investigate, analyze, plan and design, develop, implement, test, or evaluate military weapons systems.
• You will review and prepare engineering and technical analyses, reports, change proposals, and other technical documentation.
• You will apply systems engineering experience to perform functions such as system integration, configuration management, quality assurance testing, or acquisition and resource management.
• You will analyze, design, develop, implement, test, or evaluate software, components, or systems related to engineering or functional requirements of military weapons systems, associated support systems.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Master's Degree with a minimum of 10 years to meet the "Experience" requirements below. Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 14 years of experience will be considered.
• Active Top Secret DoD Clearance is required.
• Experience in NAVAIR, NAVSEA, or NAVWAR.
• Engineering experience in industry providing aircraft, aircraft systems, aircraft components, support equipment or weapons.
• Travel up to 10% may be required.

Additional experience or skills that may set you apart:

• Professional certifications in engineering (PE License, PMP, CMfgE, SE, CQE, CRE.
• DAWIA Engineering Certifications.

If you are ready to take the next step of your career path, apply today!

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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].