Combat Systems Test Technician

Position Description

Join Serco as a Combat Systems Test Technician. You will be on a team that is evaluating and managing the delivery of new amphibious ships and landing craft to the fleet. Serco is part of a team led by a Program Manager and Deputy Program Manager having decades of experience working in the DoD and Shipbuilding Industry.This position is contingent on your ability to obtain, maintain, and transfer your Secret clearance post employment.

Our Naval Acquisition and Sustainment Operation, which is part of Serco's Maritime Engineering, Technology and Sustainment (METS) business, provides critical services to nearly all U.S. Navy amphibious ships and craft. You will work closely with Government and industry professionals, shipbuilders, and other support personnel. We have only one objective: to ensure our clients’ mission objectives are achieved with the highest level of capability and assurance, and at the lowest possible cost. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact towards our military defense and safety of our sailors and marines.

In this role you will:

• Assist in the planning and coordination of Combat system equipment installations
• Perform equipment installation, checkout, testing, troubleshooting, repair, reporting of results, Software, Hardware and Firmware upgrades and maintaining records as required
• Validate an extensive range of US Navy Combat Systems and associated equipment in the Combat Suite and be able to perform hands on testing in multiple areas of Combat Systems
• Collaborate with other systems engineers and ship operators and provide regular internal status reports to the System Test Team Leads
• Participate in Dock Trials, Builder’s Sea Trials, Acceptance Trial events, and participate in Final Contract Trials as needed.
• Support system test activities either by performing testing for systems part of the TSCEI network or as support to the systems under test
• Support, as needed, demonstration of ship systems to Board of Inspectors and Survey (INSURV)
• Interact with the Shipbuilder, SUPSHIP, Ship’s Force and outside vendors on TSCE issues and concerns
• Ability to perform normal climbing and lifting associated with working in a shipboard environment
• Validate an extensive range of US Navy Combat Systems and associated equipment in the combat suite

Qualifications

To be successfull in this role you will have:

• An active current DoD security clearance or be able to obtain an interim clearance after hire.
• United States (U.S.) citizenship.
• A Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience working with shipboard Combat Systems. In some cases, educational requirements may be adjusted or waived for more than 10 years of applicable work experience.
• Must have at least 3 years of hands-on testing experience with Combat Systems to include: NSSMS-(MK 29 MOD 5 GMLS, MK- 73,77,78), SPQ-9B, SPY-6, SPN-50, SPN-35, UPX-29, SLQ-32, SLA-10, SLQ-25, SLA-10, AN/URN-32, JPALS, GEDMS, TCIPS, SSDS, GPS- GPNTS AN/SSN-9(V)4 , AN/WSN-7, IC/SM Alarm, NAVIGATION SYSTEM, AN/SCC-13(V)2 SATCC, AN/SRC-55B(V) (HYDRA), INTERCOMMUNICATION ANNOUNCING SYSTEM, AN/SRC-55B(V), ELECTRONIC DRY AIR SYS, MK-15 CWIS, MK-49 RAM.
• Ability to operate personal computers and have good knowledge and operational abilities with Microsoft Office tools.
• Ability to support activities in a shipyard or naval facility. Some work may occur within an industrial field office, outdoors and/or aboard ship while the ship is undergoing construction, alteration, activation, overhaul, repair, and/or underway trials. Walking and climbing throughout the ship, to accomplish ship checks, may be required. Exposure to high noise levels, uncomfortable. temperatures, heights, or other industrial safety conditions will require use of personal protective clothing and equipment.
• Ability to travel 10% to support activities in a shipyard or naval facility or onboard ship while underway.

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

About Pascagoula, Mississippi. Pascagoula is home to approximately 22,000 residents. The long-known Flagship City is the seat of Jackson County, located farthest east on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Ingalls Shipbuilding, Mississippi's largest employer, and Chevron's largest refinery bookend the city, joined by Halter Maine, Rolls Royce, and a healthy host of contractors and suppliers. While Pascagoula is proud of being a leader in Mississippi’s industry, they are equally as proud of the quality of life offered. Pascagoula is a wonderful place to raise a family, have high-performing schools and their options for outdoor recreation are hard to match. Pascagoula has become an attractive place for people of all ages and backgrounds looking for a thriving community with a friendly atmosphere.

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.