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Senior Naval Architect

Serco North America
Pascagoula, MS Full Time
POSTED ON 3/13/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/12/2026

Position Description

If you love important, meaningful, and challenging projects and supporting the US Navy –Serco has a great opportunity for you!

 

This position is contingent upon your ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance post-employment.

 

Serco supports the Navy as prime for their Amphibious Assault & Connectors program. Dually located in the heart of the Boston’s Seaport District and Pascagoula, MS, the Landing Craft Planning Yard (LCPY) team supports the Landing Craft Division in the maintenance of the Landing Craft, Air Cushion (LCAC), the planning and maintenance of the new Ship to Shore Connector (SSC) and the configuration and engineering management of the new Landing Craft, Utility (LCU) 1700.

 

You will be part of a 12-person Engineering team consisting of mechanical, electrical, and architectural engineers that works closely with the customer in delivering quality products and services to the fleet.

 

In this role you will:

  • Serve as a Naval Architect in the Planning Yard with primary focus on the Landing Craft, Utility 1700 program. You may be called upon to support other programs as needed.
  • Conduct weight and stability analyses, including development of weight and center of gravity estimates, performance of intact and damaged stability analyses, performance of deadweight surveys and inclining experiments.
  • Conduct concept and feasibility design studies addressing performance analyses, requirements validation, and design optimization.
  • Perform structural design in accordance with appropriate rules or design standards; develop superstructure, mast, and local support structure to withstand primary and secondary loads.
  • Revise arrangements and configuration and perform special studies.
  • Develop and revise installation and alteration drawings for the LCU 1700 program to support availabilities, Craft Change Documents (CCDs), and Liaison Action Requests (LARs).
  • Edit new and revised technical manuals.
  • Create, revise, and review Technical Manual Deficiency/Evaluation Reports (TMDERs).
  • Perform on-site craft inspections to verify craft configuration and currency with documentation.
  • Maintain a 3-D CAD ShipConstructor model database for the LCU 1700 class.
  • Maintain workload and respond to tasking within the schedule and technical requirements identified in the Integrated Data Environment (IDE).
  • Travel to shipyards and perform on-site craft inspections to verify craft configuration and currency with documentation.
  • Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role you will have:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture or related engineering field such as Ocean Engineering plus 5 to 7 years of relevant experience. In some cases, educational requirements may be adjusted or waived for 10 years of relevant Military work experience. Work experience may be adjusted for highly specialized knowledge or uniquely applicable experience for positions involving new technology or labor market shortages as reflected by market survey data. 
  • You must be able to obtain a DoD clearance post-employment.
  • Experience with AutoCAD and Photoshop is required.
  • This position requires travel to shipyards 2-4 times per year to conduct craft inspections. Must be able to climb ladders, stairs, and work in small spaces when conducting inspections on the craft.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite programs: MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint is required.

Additional Desired Skills:

  • Knowledge and experience in SolidWorks or ShipConstructor 3D modeling program is highly desired.
  • Prior experience working in engineering in the Navy or Marine Industry, while not required is desired.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Knowledge of naval architecture principles, methods, and techniques.
  • Knowledge of relevant tools, equipment, hardware, and software.
  • Effective organization level communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

If you are interested in supporting and working with our 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 local laws regarding pay transparency, the salary range for this role is $97,787.27 to $162,978.79; 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, contract funding, 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.

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