Position Description

If you love high profile and challenging projects supporting the US Navy and Commercial Customers - Serco has a great opportunity for you!

Serco’s Maritime Engineering Operation (MEO) is seeking an Entry-to-Mid level Marine/Mechanical/Electrical Engineer for the role of Test Engineer, in support of highly advanced Navy and commercial test programs including but not limited to the DARPA/Navy autonomous NOMARS vessel R&D program and the US Navy’s VTAS development effort. As a member of Serco’s MEO, the legacy of famed firm JJMA, you will be joining one of the largest and most accomplished Maritime Engineering groups with a 70-year heritage of excellence in our Arlington, VA office. The Test Engineer will receive direction from the Test and Evaluation lead and Program Management as necessary to properly plan, document and execute successful test programs, from initial development thru test execution.

In this role, you will:

• Review product or system layouts and detailed drawings and schematics and assist in the overall planning, installation, integration, and execution of various test operations at test sites, and or support test operations at offsite vendor test facilities.
• Oversee the testing, maintenance and repair of complex marine apparatus and equipment.
• Monitor conditions under which tests are to be conducted, as well as sequences and phases of test operations.
• Oversee contractor support for maintenance and upgrade functions.
• Participate in daily and weekly planning meetings with respect to site design or test status.
• Prepare documentation, reports, and describe activities planned and accomplished.
• Confer with the Lead Test or Design personnel to clarify or resolve test issues, and to develop or modify maintenance or corrective activities accordingly.
• Lead in the inspection of the test equipment and machinery in order to document and identify issues.
• Evaluate operation of marine equipment during acceptance testing in order to document and identify issues.
• Capture and review test data.
• Assist in the development of system maintenance plans and or procedures.
• Assist in the development of system test procedures.

Qualifications

To be successful in this position, you will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in either Marine, Mechanical, or the Electrical Engineering field with 1 to 3 years of related experience, or commensurate work experience of 10 years with marine/ship systems, operations, maintenance, or engineering.
• Previous work experience in Test Engineering environments, with knowledge of standard testing methodologies.
• Willing to work with your hands on machinery and electrical components if required.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to travel 10%

Preferred qualifications:

• A security clearance of an appropriate level may be required after employment.
• Experience in data acquisition system operation.
• Experience working with Diesel engines and or generators.
• Experience with power electronics, and or ac/dc distribution systems.
• Experience in network and communication systems.
• Experience with Siemens PLC code.
• Experience with standard MS tools such as PP, Excel, work ect.

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: careers@serco-na.com 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 Agencies@serco-na.com.

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.