Marine Propulsion Engineer / Mechanical Engineer - Washington, DC
Serco
Position Description & Qualifications
If you are interested in supporting the Navy's #1 acquisition program and enjoy a challenging job which requires technical rigor and will build on your current level of expertise, Serco has a great opportunity for you!
As a Marine Propulsion Engineer / Mechanical Engineer, supporting our active contract with the U.S. Navy in the Washington, DC area, you will support and be an integral part of the team in NAVSEA 05Z5 tasked with the design and development of ship propulsion turbines and control systems and conduct trade studies to determine optimal propulsion turbine configurations. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact towards our military defense and safety of our sailors.
The NAVSEA 05Z Marine Engineering Directorate is responsible for providing the engineering and scientific expertise, knowledge, and technical authority necessary to design, build, maintain, repair, modernize, certify, and dispose of the Navy's ships, submarines, and associated warfare systems.
Len Bunch ( ( ) leads this team as a Navy veteran. The team has been recognized by the Navy and the industry for their outstanding contributions to the contract and program.
In this role, you will:
Be responsible for supporting the design, development and improvement of Naval propulsion systems, including but not limited to:
Develop ship propulsion turbines and control systems
Perform propulsion component design trade studies.
Review and develop technical specifications.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Ensure adherence to deadlines and deliver high-quality work.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
An active DoD Secret Security clearance.
A Bachelor's of Science in a Technical, Engineering, or Marine discipline from an ABET-accredited institution.
3 years experience in ship propulsion and control systems and propulsion component trade studies.
Experience with large rotating machinery such as Main Propulsion units, Turbine Generators, Deisel Generators or other prime movers and associated reduction gears
Ability to work effectively remotely in cross-functional teams.
Ability to meet deadlines and produce quality work.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint).
The ability to travel up to 10%.
Additional desired experience and skills:
1 year of experience related to federal ship or boat building acquisition programs.
Experience in developing control systems.
Experience with reviewing and developing technical specifications.
Experienced in performing trade studies on propulsion turbine configurations and components.
Experience with DoD ACAT I or DHS Level I shipbuilding programs
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.
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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.
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
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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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