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Senior Engineer (Ship Control Systems) - Washington, D.C.
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Overview
If you seek a rewarding, high profile and challenging position supporting projects for the US Navy, Serco has a wonderful opportunity for you!
Senior Ship Control Systems Engineer will be on a dynamic team providing technical and programmatic support to the VIRGINIA Class Submarine Program (PMS450) and the U.S. Navy's Team Submarine Program Offices at the Washington Navy Yard in Washington, DC. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to the Navy’s premier nuclear submarines and impact military defense and sailor safety.
PMS450 is the acquisition program office for the New Construction of Attack Submarines and for identifying, assembling, managing, directing, and coordinating the resources required for R&D, design, construction, Test and Evaluation (T&E), Live Fire Test and Evaluation (LFT&E), and Fleet introduction of the U.S. Navy's newest class of nuclear attack submarines. VIRGINIA Class submarines support five of the Navy core maritime capabilities: Deterrence, Maritime Security, Sea Control, Forward Presence, and Power Projection.
Responsibilities
Be responsible for supporting the Submarine Fly-By-Wire and Ship Control Systems technical area in developing design and maintenance requirements for shipboard systems.
Support Submarine Fly-By-Wire and Ship Control Systems in addressing design, operation, and maintenance questions for existing and new design shipboard Submarine Fly-By-Wire and Ship Control Systems.
Define architectures for Submarine Control Systems, which include: steering, diving, auxiliary, and other related systems.
Obtain fleet feedback on Submarine Fly-By-Wire and Ship Control Systems operation and maintenance and analyze system performance.
Evaluate varied factors affecting system performance.
Develop electrical engineering guidelines for command headquarters and for field activities.
Support the management and execution of technical and design requirements for new and ongoing submarine shipbuilding programs.
Rapidly assess the scope of a construction-impacting technical issue and expedite communication of the issue to the appropriate cognizant SME and program office representative to drive to resolution.
Clearly and concisely communicate the scope, status, and potential impact of the technical issue to ensure construction schedule impacts are understood by the Navy and Shipbuilder teams.
Identify areas that slow down or do not support acceleration of approvals of technical issues and resolutions.
Accelerate the approvals of technical issues and resolutions.
Work closely with engineering, production, quality assurance, program office and other relevant departments to resolve technical issues in an expedient manner.
Manage change effectively within the organization by communicating with all levels of shipbuilder and government staff, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and integration.
Be responsible for Improvement and acceleration tasks: implement digital tools for real-time tracking of production activities to increase transparency and efficiency.
Enhance communication between shipbuilders and government on technical issues to shorten timelines necessary to resolve construction-impacting liabilities.
Streamline communication channels between departments to reduce delays and improve coordination.
Recommend improved processes that result in more timely and efficient resolution of technical issues.
Qualifications
An active or current DoD Secret clearance.
US Citizenship.
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Marine, Chemical, and Aerospace Engineering, a relevant field. An Associate's Degree and 2 years of additional experience will be considered in lieu of Bachelor’s Degree or a High School Diploma/GED and 4 years of additional experience will be considered in lieu of Bachelor’s Degree.
10 years of experience.
Project/Program management experience or similar/related experience.
A mastery of electrical engineering principles in the development or operation of naval ships/submarines, ship systems, or subsystems.
Knowledge of and experience with the design, operation and support of US Navy Submarine Fly-By-Wire and Ship Control Systems (SCS).
Experience developing technical standards for Submarine Fly-By-Wire and Ship Control Systems.
Engineering and acquisition fundamentals, as well as expertise with surface and undersea shipbuilding programs.
Excellent written and oral communications skills.
Strong quantitative, analytical and conceptual thinking skills.
Ability to facilitate and coordinate efforts with key government and non-government stakeholders.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to work well within a time sensitive environment.
Ability to act as the technical owner for complex components and assemblies, including stakeholder engagement, requirements definition, roadmap management, team coordination, design, implementation, sustainment and evolution.
Ability to learn and grow individually, while mentoring junior team members effectively, building team cohesion and capacity.
Ability to analyze mechanical designs through review of design artifacts.
Ability to use Microsoft Office packages effectively.
Ability to be flexible both in relation to job specification and schedules.
Demonstrate the ability to interact with senior management on complex technical issues.
Ability to work both in a team environment and independently, and often under short, multiple deadlines.
Ability to be a team player and contribute positively to the team while continually seeking ways to enhance contribution.
Ability to resolve a wide variety of technical challenges in a fast paced environment.
Travel up to 25% of the time and some travel outside the DC area may be required.
Additional desired experience and skills
Master's Degree
Submarine Experience
Technical knowledge of SUBSAFE program
U.S. Naval Nuclear Power School & NPTU Prototype Training
Active NNPI account and CAC
10 years of experience with Navy acquisition and Submarine Programs
Experience leading a project and interfacing with an end item customer
Knowledge of Program Management, including the acquisition process, the budgeting process and Navy program execution
Active-Duty Experience in the submarine service
Recent experience in Team Submarine would be ideal
Submarine Engineering experience is a plus
US Navy experience in the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program
Familiarity with fluids and thermodynamic analysis
Major System knowledge - Main/Aux Steam, Steam Drains and Gland steam, Feed and Feed Transfer, Lub Oil and Lub oil Transfer, Main Circulating (MSW) and Shaft seal, including valves, pumps, fittings, gauges, etc.
Proficient with Microsoft Office platforms.
Knowledge of Matlab and Simulink modeling
Experience working in DoD or DoN environments
Experience supporting a submarine acquisition program
Knowledge of Submarine Structural Integrity requirements (design, construction, maintenance)
Excellent written and oral communication skills to interface with customers
Motivated, well organized with strong project management skills; able to work independently and in a team
Experience with steam plant design, operations, or testing is beneficial but not required
Support in providing engineering manager support for NAVSEA, DoD
Experience leading weekly meetings with ship builders and suppliers regarding actions and statuses
Experience reviewing design specifications, technical issues, and technical documentation
Previous NAVSEA and SUPSHIP audit support experience is beneficial
General knowledge of submarine requirements in engineering
Ability to apply technical principles in structural design and analysis with guidance
Ability to work in a collaborative environment integrating ship systems with teams of engineers and designers
Good communication and technical writing skills
Experience working in DoD or DoN environments
Work experience in the Navy within Team Submarine or submarines in general
Knowledge of DoD policies and NAVSEASYSCOM/Team Submarine policies and procedures
Ability to work with DoD policies while maintaining focus on job responsibilities
Closing Take this opportunity to join a high-performing team, advance your career, and make a real difference supporting Americas Navy. Serco is an equal opportunity employer.
In compliance with applicable equal pay and equal opportunity laws, salary information is provided as part of the posting and may vary by candidate and location.
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Senior Ship Control Systems Engineer will be on a dynamic team providing technical and programmatic support to the VIRGINIA Class Submarine Program (PMS450) and the U.S. Navy's Team Submarine Program Offices at the Washington Navy Yard in Washington, DC. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to the Navy’s premier nuclear submarines and impact military defense and sailor safety.
PMS450 is the acquisition program office for the New Construction of Attack Submarines and for identifying, assembling, managing, directing, and coordinating the resources required for R&D, design, construction, Test and Evaluation (T&E), Live Fire Test and Evaluation (LFT&E), and Fleet introduction of the U.S. Navy's newest class of nuclear attack submarines. VIRGINIA Class submarines support five of the Navy core maritime capabilities: Deterrence, Maritime Security, Sea Control, Forward Presence, and Power Projection.
Responsibilities
Be responsible for supporting the Submarine Fly-By-Wire and Ship Control Systems technical area in developing design and maintenance requirements for shipboard systems.
Support Submarine Fly-By-Wire and Ship Control Systems in addressing design, operation, and maintenance questions for existing and new design shipboard Submarine Fly-By-Wire and Ship Control Systems.
Define architectures for Submarine Control Systems, which include: steering, diving, auxiliary, and other related systems.
Obtain fleet feedback on Submarine Fly-By-Wire and Ship Control Systems operation and maintenance and analyze system performance.
Evaluate varied factors affecting system performance.
Develop electrical engineering guidelines for command headquarters and for field activities.
Support the management and execution of technical and design requirements for new and ongoing submarine shipbuilding programs.
Rapidly assess the scope of a construction-impacting technical issue and expedite communication of the issue to the appropriate cognizant SME and program office representative to drive to resolution.
Clearly and concisely communicate the scope, status, and potential impact of the technical issue to ensure construction schedule impacts are understood by the Navy and Shipbuilder teams.
Identify areas that slow down or do not support acceleration of approvals of technical issues and resolutions.
Accelerate the approvals of technical issues and resolutions.
Work closely with engineering, production, quality assurance, program office and other relevant departments to resolve technical issues in an expedient manner.
Manage change effectively within the organization by communicating with all levels of shipbuilder and government staff, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and integration.
Be responsible for Improvement and acceleration tasks: implement digital tools for real-time tracking of production activities to increase transparency and efficiency.
Enhance communication between shipbuilders and government on technical issues to shorten timelines necessary to resolve construction-impacting liabilities.
Streamline communication channels between departments to reduce delays and improve coordination.
Recommend improved processes that result in more timely and efficient resolution of technical issues.
Qualifications
An active or current DoD Secret clearance.
US Citizenship.
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Marine, Chemical, and Aerospace Engineering, a relevant field. An Associate's Degree and 2 years of additional experience will be considered in lieu of Bachelor’s Degree or a High School Diploma/GED and 4 years of additional experience will be considered in lieu of Bachelor’s Degree.
10 years of experience.
Project/Program management experience or similar/related experience.
A mastery of electrical engineering principles in the development or operation of naval ships/submarines, ship systems, or subsystems.
Knowledge of and experience with the design, operation and support of US Navy Submarine Fly-By-Wire and Ship Control Systems (SCS).
Experience developing technical standards for Submarine Fly-By-Wire and Ship Control Systems.
Engineering and acquisition fundamentals, as well as expertise with surface and undersea shipbuilding programs.
Excellent written and oral communications skills.
Strong quantitative, analytical and conceptual thinking skills.
Ability to facilitate and coordinate efforts with key government and non-government stakeholders.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to work well within a time sensitive environment.
Ability to act as the technical owner for complex components and assemblies, including stakeholder engagement, requirements definition, roadmap management, team coordination, design, implementation, sustainment and evolution.
Ability to learn and grow individually, while mentoring junior team members effectively, building team cohesion and capacity.
Ability to analyze mechanical designs through review of design artifacts.
Ability to use Microsoft Office packages effectively.
Ability to be flexible both in relation to job specification and schedules.
Demonstrate the ability to interact with senior management on complex technical issues.
Ability to work both in a team environment and independently, and often under short, multiple deadlines.
Ability to be a team player and contribute positively to the team while continually seeking ways to enhance contribution.
Ability to resolve a wide variety of technical challenges in a fast paced environment.
Travel up to 25% of the time and some travel outside the DC area may be required.
Additional desired experience and skills
Master's Degree
Submarine Experience
Technical knowledge of SUBSAFE program
U.S. Naval Nuclear Power School & NPTU Prototype Training
Active NNPI account and CAC
10 years of experience with Navy acquisition and Submarine Programs
Experience leading a project and interfacing with an end item customer
Knowledge of Program Management, including the acquisition process, the budgeting process and Navy program execution
Active-Duty Experience in the submarine service
Recent experience in Team Submarine would be ideal
Submarine Engineering experience is a plus
US Navy experience in the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program
Familiarity with fluids and thermodynamic analysis
Major System knowledge - Main/Aux Steam, Steam Drains and Gland steam, Feed and Feed Transfer, Lub Oil and Lub oil Transfer, Main Circulating (MSW) and Shaft seal, including valves, pumps, fittings, gauges, etc.
Proficient with Microsoft Office platforms.
Knowledge of Matlab and Simulink modeling
Experience working in DoD or DoN environments
Experience supporting a submarine acquisition program
Knowledge of Submarine Structural Integrity requirements (design, construction, maintenance)
Excellent written and oral communication skills to interface with customers
Motivated, well organized with strong project management skills; able to work independently and in a team
Experience with steam plant design, operations, or testing is beneficial but not required
Support in providing engineering manager support for NAVSEA, DoD
Experience leading weekly meetings with ship builders and suppliers regarding actions and statuses
Experience reviewing design specifications, technical issues, and technical documentation
Previous NAVSEA and SUPSHIP audit support experience is beneficial
General knowledge of submarine requirements in engineering
Ability to apply technical principles in structural design and analysis with guidance
Ability to work in a collaborative environment integrating ship systems with teams of engineers and designers
Good communication and technical writing skills
Experience working in DoD or DoN environments
Work experience in the Navy within Team Submarine or submarines in general
Knowledge of DoD policies and NAVSEASYSCOM/Team Submarine policies and procedures
Ability to work with DoD policies while maintaining focus on job responsibilities
Closing Take this opportunity to join a high-performing team, advance your career, and make a real difference supporting Americas Navy. Serco is an equal opportunity employer.
In compliance with applicable equal pay and equal opportunity laws, salary information is provided as part of the posting and may vary by candidate and location.
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