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

Serco is dedicated to advancing innovation and excellence in naval programs. We are committed to driving technological advancements that strengthen naval capabilities, enhance national security, and ensure the safety of our waters. As a member of Serco’s Maritime Engineering Operation (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. This team works collaboratively on naval engineering contracts supporting the Navy, Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), and other commercial customers to drive innovation and deliver solutions that address the complex challenges. As we continue to expand our operations and partnerships, we are seeking a visionary and experienced Chief Scientist of Naval Programs to lead our cutting-edge research initiatives from our Alexandria, VA office. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of naval technology in our Norfolk, VA location. 

Position Overview: Build and maintain a dynamic master schedule for current and pending USV efforts that include supporting personnel and resources, dependencies, milestones, and deliverables. 

In this role you will:

• Develop and maintain a USV Master Schedule that integrates Code 83 Branch and Project schedules. The Master Schedule is envisioned to depict projects and their related events, milestones and deliverables that will allow leadership a one stop view of USV activity. 
• Assist developing and maintaining documentation related to asset requirements and personnel requirements.
• Weekly status that includes a calendar of milestones, deliverables, events, expectations, needs that depend on Code 83 ashore, afloat, and human resources.  This includes manpower analysis due to queued statement of work.
• Continuous interaction with government leadership such as branch heads, project leads, technical leads, and business support managers, and Customer Advocates to track changes in deliverables, schedules, asset requirements and personnel requirements.
• Track changes in deliverables, schedules, asset requirements, personnel requirements
• Collaborate with the waterfront integrator to make sure immediate and pending resource needs maintain alignment with the master schedule
• Communicate new requirements and schedule changes to all stakeholders
• Coordinate with Navy stakeholders and participate in technical reviews, on water workups, and demonstrations.
• Understand the source of funding and what the goals and objectives of each funding sponsor

To be successful in this role, you must have: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or technical field with 5-7 years experience 
  • In some cases, educational requirements may be adjusted or waived for more than 8 years applicable work experience.
• US citizenship and eligibility for a Secret security clearance (post employment)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project.
• Demonstrated knowledge of US Navy and DoD acquisition processes, standards, and protocols.
• Familiarity with naval surface vessel platforms and their operational requirements.
• Proven leadership abilities including collating necessary information from various sources
• Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, adapting to evolving project requirements and priorities.
• Commitment to upholding the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and safety in all aspects of the job.
• Adherence to strict security protocols and confidentiality requirements in handling sensitive information related to Navy projects.
• Ability to travel 10%

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.

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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.