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Action Officer - Naval Reactors/AUKUS

Serco Inc

Position Description & Qualifications

If you are seeking a rewarding, high profile and challenging position supporting projects for the US Navy which requires technical rigor and will tap and build on your expertise, Serco has a wonderful opportunity for you! The Action Officer position will be on a dynamic team, supporting AUKUS in Naval Reactors at the Washington Navy Yard. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact towards our military defense and safety of our sailors.

This position is contingent upon your ability to maintain/transfer your current DOD Secret level Security Clearance

In this role, you will:

  • Develop and review planning documents for organizational development and technical staffing plans.

  • Develop and review training plans for technical personnel and associated leadership.

  • Prepare briefs for senior leadership.

  • Review budget proposals.

  • Coordinate the onboarding of foreign nationals to NRHQ.

  • Plan and coordinate international engagements.

  • Coordinate NR staff reviews of incoming documents and recommendations and draft formal responses.

  • Operate at the level of an OPNAV Action Officer or similar level staff.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • An active DoD Secret Security Clearance

  • U.S Citizenship required

  • A Bachelor's degree in a technical field

  • A minimum of 6 years of relevant experience, including experience in operations and/or design, testing, and issue resolution associated with Naval Nuclear Propulsion systems and project management

  • Articulate in both oral and written formats

  • Proficiency in Microsoft (MS) Office Suite products, MS Teams, and MS SharePoint

  • Provide rigorous, responsive, technical acumen while retaining a collaborative and amiable approach

  • 10% travel required

Additional desired experience and skills:

  • A technical master's degree is highly desirable

  • Naval Nuclear Propulsion experience at Naval Reactors, a Prototype, Nuclear shipyard, or shipboard is highly preferred

If you feel your skillset is a match to the aforementioned requirements, then you should be ready to take the next step of your career path, apply today!

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 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 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. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco’s external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: View email address on click.appcast.io .

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