If you seek a rewarding, high profile and challenging position supporting projects for the US Navy, Serco has a great opportunity for you!  This position will be on a dynamic team, supporting Direct Reporting Program Manager for the Maritime Industrial Base (DRPM MIB).  Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact on our military defense and safety of our sailors.

Dixon Hicks, former submarine major command and commanding officer, https://www.linkedin.com/in/dixonhicks/, leads the Maritime Industrial Base (MIB) support for this high-performing contractor team supporting NAVSEA.

DRPM MIB is responsible for:

The acquisition of COLUMBIA Class Submarines and for identifying, assembling, managing, directing, and coordinating the resources required for the R&D, design, construction, Test and Evaluation (T&E) and Live Fire Test and Evaluation (LFT&E) of the class. The program is a major defense acquisition program and is of significant political importance with Congress and the Office of the Secretary of War.

The acquisition of VIRGINIA Class Submarines and for identifying, assembling, managing, directing, and coordinating the resources required for the 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. The program is a major defense acquisition program with a total life cycle cost of approximately $336B. Additionally, successful improvement of the Class' capabilities is of significant political importance with Congress and the Office of the Secretary of War.

The SSN(X) Office is responsible for the acquisition and design of the future fast attack submarine and for identifying, assembling, managing, directing, and coordinating the resources required for the R&D, design, construction, Test and Evaluation (T&E) and Live Fire Test and Evaluation (LFT&E) of the future submarine. The future Attack Submarine will be designed to retain multi-mission capability and sustained combat presence in denied waters with a focus on greater speed, stealth, and horizontal payloads and salvo rates.

This position is contingent on your ability to obtain/maintain a Secret security clearance.

Serco supports the US Navy as a prime for DRPM MIB contract supporting the acquisition of submarines and surface vessels. The DRPM MIB concept unifies once diverse submarine and surface vessel-related activities into a single organization with the goal of eliminating traditional stovepipe structures and processes that created impediments and inefficiencies in the research, development, acquisition, and maintenance communities. DRPM MIB provides improved communication among the various offices that contribute to the overall success of the Navy’s submarine and surface type commanders.

Serco-NA is seeking a motivated individual to provide help to the Maritime Industrial Base (MIB) Workforce Engagement Director in PEO SSBN by engaging with universities and suppliers on industrial workforce development. This individual will assist in engaging with universities, workforce development organizations, MIB suppliers and shipyards on matters related to industrial work force hiring, training, retention, and all other workforce related issues with a focus on college graduates. The MIB has been tasked to grow and assist the industrial workforce to include interaction with maritime suppliers; training opportunities and education at the college level on industrial workforce; or interfacing with universities. This is a fast-paced environment requiring daily interactions with suppliers, workforce development organizations and universities to achieve the MIB’s mission. You will be 100% remote thus you must be a self-motivated person who can interface with leadership; identify issues with little guidance; develop and articulate a business plan; work with other companies to create statements of work with deliverables; take charge and drive your plan to success; and achieve actionable results that provide a return on investment. If your desire is to make a difference in the construction and sustainment of the US Navy, this position is ideal. This position will be filled remotely as you work out of your home or travel to engage with stakeholders.

General Duties

• Assess the Maritime Industrial Base workforce and develop an understanding of the overall requirements and challenges faced by MIB suppliers.
• Interface with MIB suppliers to understand their workforce requirements, pipeline, recruitment, retention, and difficulties they are facing related to the workforce.
• Connect with universities nationwide, especially career placement offices and academic department focused on STEM education, to encourage students to consider career opportunities in the maritime industrial base.
• Develop and oversee a college internship program to provide students with real-world experience, skill development, networking, and career exploration while offering MIB companies the opportunity to identify and recruit top talent for future entry-level positions, creating a reliable source of potential employees.
• Collaborate with professional societies such as the American Society of Naval Engineers to promote STEM education and MIB career opportunities.
• Provide program, analytical, and acquisition management support to senior level MIB executives as required.
• Work with the MIB team, which is spread across the United States focused on workforce development/marketing, supply chain/sustainment, and technology developments.
• Develop relationships with local and regional workforce and economic development organizations.
• Assist in drafting information papers in response to Congressional inquiries.
• Provide input to Report to Congress regarding MIB spend goals and associated return on investment.
• Travel as required to carry out the duties above.

MEET YOUR RECRUITER!

To be successful in this role, you will have:    

• Ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret secuity clearance
  • U.S Citizenship Required
• Doctorate Degree in Education
• A minimum 10 years of experience in education to include teaching at the university level
• Industrial Base/Supply Chain/Workforce knowledge is essential
• Experience/knowledge of the maritime industrial base is a plus, although not necessary
• Project management experience is a plus
• Experience conducting data analysis and presenting results
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and oral
  • You will be interacting with universities, industry and senior leadership
• Customer-oriented team player focused on mission who is self-motivated, driven and can work independently and remotely
• Ability to travel up to 25%

If you are interested in supporting and working with passionate Serco team- then submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!

In compliance with state and local laws regarding pay transparency, the salary range for this role is $134,351.78 to $223,919.63; however, Serco considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. 

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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