Advanced Mechanical Assembler (Newport News, VA)

Serco; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Serco Inc. is seeking Experienced Mechanical Assemblers to support U.S. Navy vessel programs in Newport News, VA. You will follow blueprints to fabricate and assemble electromechanical and electronic assemblies for ships and military installations.

The role requires a High School Diploma, the ability to obtain a secret clearance, 5+ years with power tools and shipboard assembly, and willingness to work second/third shifts with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Secret clearance eligibility and ability to pass background/drug screening.
• OSHA certification.
• Respirator qualification and proper PPE.
• 5+ years of experience using power tools and assembling mechanical assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Follow blueprints, guidelines, and diagrams to fabricate and assemble electromechanical and electronic assemblies.
• Keep equipment operational by performing preventive maintenance and reporting malfunctions.
• Work with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.
• Read drawings and assembly drawings to complete tasks.
• Work on-board U.S. Naval Ships and military installations, sometimes in challenging conditions.

Skills

Power tools

Blueprint reading

Shipboard experience

Electromechanical assembly

Quality workmanship

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

If you love and enjoy engaging in manual projects supporting the U.S Navy and our U.S Naval Ships, Serco has a great opportunity for you! Serco is looking for Experienced Mechanical Assemblers to join a high-profile and challenging project supporting the US Navy in Newport News, VA.

Position Description & Qualifications

Serco supports the U.S Naval Ships with military and system installations. You will be part of a team that works closely with the customer and other Serco team members to deliver high technology performed onboard U.S. Naval Ships and military installations.

In this role, you will:

• Follow blueprints, guidelines, and/or diagrams to fabricate and assemble various electromechanical and electronic assemblies.

• Keep equipment operational by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions and reporting malfunctions.

• Perform work with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within field.

• Rely on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

• Work on-board U.S. Naval Ships and military installations in an area that is somewhat uncomfortable due to drafts, noise, temperature variation

• Work with equipment where carelessness would probably result in minor cuts, bruises, muscle strains, serious injury, or death.

To be successful in these roles, you will have:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• The ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance.

• The ability to obtain and gain access to shipyards (NAVSTA & DBIDS), undergo a background investigation, and pass a drug screening.

• The ability to obtain an OSHA certification.

• The ability to get respirator qualified and wear proper PPE throughout their work shift.

• A minimum of 5 years of experience using power tools, assembling both large scale and intricate mechanical assemblies.

• The ability to obtain a Firewatch and Cable Installer certification.

• 5 years of Shipboard Experience.

• 5 years of combined of experience in the following areas:

• Read drawings (Beginner)

• Drill holes, cut metal, shoot studs & use torque wrench (without supervision)

• Assist with HAZMAT control & safety

• Ability to bolt/unbolt cableways, deck plates & equipment

• Drill holes (with supervision)

• Operate light machinery/ equipment

• Position, join, align, wrap & seal pipe & conduit sections

• Ability to follow directions of senior employees

• Carry equipment & clean spaces

• Remove lagging & paint

• Ability to follow directions of senior employees

• Experience with reading drawings. (Beginner level)

• Demonstrated ability to working with blueprints, assembly drawings and sketches incompleting a wide variety of assembly and subassembly tasks.

• Experience in the fabrication and precision assembly of various mechanical assemblies.

• The ability to work second, or thirds shift as needed and willing to work more than 40hours work weeks.

• The ability to work in high heat spaces, climb shipyard dry dock stairs/ladders, work in kneeling position for layout of cable runs under false decking, lift up to 50 pounds with 80% of work requiring carrying, pushing, and/or pulling up to 40 pounds for majority of shift while being in a standing, crouching, or walking position.

• Attention to safety (which is critical)

• The willingness to travel up to 10% to various work sites.

Additional desired experience and skills:

• An active DoD Secret Clearance

• An OSHA Certification

Military Veterans and Spouses encouraged to apply!

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://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/what-we-offer . If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: [e-mail] 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 identity 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.

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.

Pay Transparency

Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work‑life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long‑term incentive opportunities.Benefits – Comprehensible benefits for full‑time employees (part‑time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role):

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract

• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds

• Tuition reimbursement program

• Life insurance and disability coverage

• Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection

• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

• Employee Assistance Plan

To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us .

Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco’s external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: [e-mail] .