Experienced Acoustics Engineer - Washington, D.C. with Security Clearance

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Job description

Position Description If you are seeking a rewarding, high profile and challenging opportunity supporting projects for the US Navy, then Serco has a great opportunity for you! The Experienced Acoustics Engineer will be on a dynamic team, supporting Team Submarine with the U.S. Navy in the Washington, DC area. You will be supporting the Acoustics Branch within PMS450. The Acoustics Branch has oversight of every aspect of the construction of the VACL submarines. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact towards our military defense and safety of our sailors. The PMS450 VIRGINIA Class Program Office is responsible for the acquisition and design of the world's premier 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 attack submarine. The 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. In this role, you will: Support PMS450 evaluation of proposed designs and arrangements. Identify technical issues that need resolution in their particular area. Work with applicable SITs to facilitate resolution of technical issues. Facilitate timely decisions and review and adjudication of all design products and written correspondence. Act as a liaison with other PMS450 team members and NAVSEA05 Technical Warrant Holders (TWH). Be a primary customer contact for all activities, regularly meeting with and updating the customer on project status. Establish and maintain effective relationships with the program manager, deputy program manager and/or technical lead. Lead program review sessions with customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance. Provide acquisition management planning and execution support Lead technical discussions for project reviews, including preparing and delivering formal briefings. Assist in generating acquisition documentation for milestone reviews. Assist in performing technical planning, cost, schedule, risk, supportability, and effectiveness analysis for total systems; analyses performed at concept, design, test, evaluation, and operational phases. Gain knowledge of DoD acquisition policies, NAVSEASYSCOM policies and procedures, and Congressional authorization and appropriations process. Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned Qualifications To be successful in this role, you will have: Ability to obtain and maintain an Active DoD Secret clearance. US Citizenship A Bachelor's degree in any engineering, math, physics, technical or even musical discipline. 5 years of experience Ability to recognize and manipulate how sound moves and use this ability to solve client problems with noise control or sound quality. The ability to travel up to 10% of the time. Additional desired experience and skills: A current or active DoD Secret security clearance A Master's degree. Active-duty experience in the submarine service. Experience with Navy acquisition and/or In-Service Programs. Recent experience in Team Submarine would be ideal. Knowledge of how every aspect of the VACL submarine, the engines, the screws, the design, all affect the acoustic signature of the VACL submarine and how to minimize the acoustic signature to increase survivability of the submarine. Knowledge of Acquisition processes involved in launching a new VACL submarine, including the various milestones required during the engineering phase through production. Ability to work an assigned task in accordance with SOP's or specifications independently without direction. Work well within a team. Have an attitude for accountability and responsibility. Be diligent and accurate in recording of hours worked. Work outside of recognized working hours to fulfill a task. Recognize that initially there is significant amounts of classified material to be absorbed prior to independent working of tasks. Be attentive to details or is detail orientated. Be comfortable working within all regimes of engineering disciplines (ship architecture, electrical, electronics, piping, structures, and HVAC engineering). Have experience in working with 2D engineering drawings. Be well versed with computers and software. Have excellent technical writing skills. Be comfortable with ladders, and small spaces aboard a ship. Not be afraid of heights Retired Submarine LDOs and Chiefs encouraged to apply! In compliance with the District of Columbia's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this role is $91,701.62 to $152,836.04; 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: . If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: or call the HR Service Desk at , 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 . 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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