Junior Data Engineer/Scientist - Washington, D.C

Position Description & Qualifications If you love high profile and challenging projects supporting the US Navy; Serco has a great opportunity for you! Serco has an exciting opportunity for a Junior Data Engineer/Scientist to support U.S. Navy’s Team Submarine Program Offices at the Washington Navy Yard in Washington, DC - (on-Site 5 days a week Mon-Fri). This position will be on a dynamic team, supporting Team Submarine. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact on our military defense and safety of our sailors. You will serve as a Junior Data Engineer/Scientist in support of VIRGINIA Class Program Office (PMS 450) initiatives stretching across various technical stacks (Flankspeed, AI/ML, and Digital Transformation). PMS 450 oversees the design, construction and delivery of the United States' newest attack submarine. This role supports all groups within the program and provides technical support and advisory services to various developers and technical support personnel across several technical stacks within the organization. The PMS 450 program is physically located at the Washington Navy Yard, District of Columbia. Must possess an active U.S. Department of War (DoW) Secret security clearance. In this role you will: Assist and participate in the system product life-cycle technical areas to include requirements, design, implementation, sustainment, and integration of systems supported by the PMS 450 technical team (SERCO). Prepare and assist on System Engineering Technical Reviews (SETRs) such as Preliminary Design Reviews, Critical Design Reviews (CDRs), Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs), etc. Manage, report, and mitigate technical risks communicating progress to internal and external stakeholders. Decompose system capability into software/hardware and process requirements, collaborating with stakeholders on system requirements and articulating perspectives/concerns during system engineering collaborative events. Assist in scoping technical project efforts including planning, scheduling, performance tracking, and coordination of resources. Provide Courses of Action and trade-off analysis to inform design decisions considering cost, schedule, and performance. Generate technical documentation and artifacts such as System Engineering Plans, Configuration Management Plans, and Interface Control Documents Help with Media Management, messaging, app management, and SharePoint Platform development. Support and help manage different Navy Systems such as but not limited to: Flank Speed, uNNPI/NIPR, uNMCI, SIPR/Mercury, CITIS, CDMS, NVD, and TSM. To be successful in this role, you will have: Must possess an active DoW Secret security clearance. U.S Citizenship required Bachelor’s degree in professional engineering degree, computer science, management information systems, or related fields. 1 year experience in related fields. Demonstrated oral and written communication skills to work closely with all levels of personnel involved in IT operations and technical aspects of systems. Ability to travel up to 10%. Additional desired experience and skills: 1 year of Microsoft Office Suite experience (Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel) 1 year of Power Platform experience (Power BI, Power Automate, Power App) 1 year of experience in Software Engineering (This can include internships, undergraduate work, and graduate assistantships) 1 year of group experience in Software Engineering and Technical Project Management (This can include internships, undergraduate work, and graduate assistantships) 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: . If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: View email address on click.appcast.io or call the HR Service Desk at View phone number on click.appcast.io, 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 identity 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 View email address on click.appcast.io . 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 this 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 – Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time employees receive a limited 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 that can be purchased, 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 To review all Serco benefits please visit: . 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Serco