Experienced Acquisition Management Specialist (Shipbuilding) - Washington, D.C.

Position Description

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

As an Experienced Acquisition Management Specialist (Shipbuilding), you will be on a dynamic team at our client’s site in Washington, D.C. where you will contribute across each facet of a major shipbuilding program and Analyze and evaluate acquisition planning details and provide recommendations to the Acquisition Principal Assistant Program Managers (PAPM). Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact towards our military defense and safety of our sailors.

Serco is seeking an energetic self-starter who wants to be part of the US Navy’s acquisition and construction of its newest combatant ship as part of the Frigate program. Our team supports the Navy, our customer, in the design, construction, and test of the U.S. Navy’s Guided Missile Fast Frigate warship.

In this role, you will:

• Develop evaluation methodology, collects and analyzes the data to determine the extent to which goals, objectives and needs are being met.
• Provide detail oriented management of records, business research analysis, and valuation strategies.
• Prepare and implement directives to ensure effective acquisition support.
• Develop, initiate, integrate and manage acquisition actions associated with Acquisition Life Cycle and milestone management for FFG.
• Develop and updates Acquisition Strategy and other required DOD 5000 series documentation.
• Work with other PAPMs and across support team to maintain records of all acquisition required documentation and oversee timely updates to support acquisition timeline.
• Prepare and provide formal briefings to the staff and project sponsors. Leads acquisition discussions at project review sessions.
• Conduct risk assessments to the program.  Identify and execute mitigation plans to reduce risks to the program.
• Research on new technologies and processes provide advice and recommendations to PAPM on meeting challenges of new shipbuilding program.
• Develop documentation, reports, and project plans and prepares and may present briefings and staff seminars.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Ability to obtain and maintain an Active or Current Secret Clearance
  • An Active or Current Secret Clearance preferred
• US Citizenship
• Bachelor's Degree 
  • An Associate's Degree and 2 years of additional experience or a High School Diploma/GED and 4 years of additional experience will be considered in lieu of Bachelor's Degree.
• 7 years of similar/relevant experience (Shipbuilding Acquisition support experience highly preferred)
• Experience preparing and briefing senior leadership
• Experience with surface combatant ships
• Familiarity with DoD 5000 processes
• Knowledge of DoD and DoN acquisition policy and execution.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.

Take this opportunity to join a high-performing team, advance your career, and make a real difference supporting America’s Navy. Join the Serco team today!

In compliance with the District of Columbia’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this role is $86,539.03 to $140,624.86; 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.

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.

Salary : $86,539 - $140,625