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Installation Specialist - (Chesapeake, VA)

Serco North America
Chesapeake, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/1/2026
Position Description :
Looking for a Shipboard Installation Specialist opportunity at a place you can make a difference every day? Serco is looking for a Shipboard Installation Specialist to join a high-profile and challenging project supporting US Navy installation work in the Chesapeake, VA area. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact towards our military defense by discovering your new role supporting this critical mission!

The Shipboard Installation Specialist will support the Serco Production Management Team by providing management of a structural labor force to achieve structural production goals as well as physically perform welding efforts to support surge conditions if/as they arise.

In this role, you will:
  • Supervise the documentation and upkeep of Quality Assurance (QA) workbooks.
  • Provide daily leadership and supervision of all assigned personnel for removal, installation of equipment, cabling and foundations and terminations in support of ship maritime systems installations.
  • Ensure strict compliance with shipboard drawings, technical guidance, and QA inspection of installed systems.
  • Implement shipyard operating and safety rules.
  • Read and interpret Shipboard Installation Drawings (SIDs).
  • Lead teams tasked with removing and installing maritime equipment, electrical and structural components.
  • Knowledge and understanding of WAF/Tag-Out guidelines, hot work requirements, and professional standards for structural component installation.
  • Identify welding gear requirements to include welding consumables for multiple tasks.
  • Maintain inventory and accountability of installation materials, tools, and test equipment as directed.
  • Lead teams of trades to include Electricians, Mechanics, Welders, Shipfitters, Pipefitters, Subcontractors, and temp labor.
  • Submit daily muster reports and enforce timesheet policy.
  • Make recommendations for Conditions Found Reports (CFRs) and Liaison Action Reports (LARs).
  • Reports to Production Manager and Program Manager.
Qualifications:
To be successful in this role, you will have:
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance (having an active Secret clearance is preferred).
    • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • This position supports a U.S. Government Contract whose terms require Serco to staff it only with U.S. Citizens, be able to obtain gain access to shipyards and government installations (NAVSTA & DBIDS), undergo a background investigation and pass a drug screening
  • A High School Diploma or GED.
  • 5 years of experience.
  • Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel and Office to develop reports and update schedules
  • Must be familiar with NAVSEA Standard Items
  • Must be able to effectively multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced dynamic production environment
  • Willing to work second shifts as needed and more than 40 hour work weeks.
  • Be AVAILABLE FOR IMMEDIATE TRAVEL and willing to travel up to 25% of the time.


Additional desired experience and skills:

  • Surface shipboard installation welding experience in the following is highly preferred.

If you are interested in supporting and working with our team across the globe on a passionate, talented, and diverse Serco team- then submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career

Military Veterans and Spouses encouraged to apply!
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.

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