CVN Maintenance Project Manager

Serco; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan with match

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance & disability coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Serco Inc. is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to lead engineering and technical services for U.S. Navy aircraft carrier overhaul and repair programs.

The role focuses on HM&E, propulsion, electrical, and aviation systems, with strict DoD clearance requirements and potential travel. The ideal candidate will have extensive supervisory experience in Navy-related maintenance and design, offshore collaboration with major shipyards, and a background in nuclear and non-nuclear propulsion systems to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 7+ years in related engineering management field, or Associates with 14+ years in related field.
• Active DoD security clearance required.
• Five years’ supervisory experience in technical assistance, maintenance, or design related to Navy Carriers/surface ships.
• Three years closely involved with aircraft carrier/surface ship maintenance, design, operation, and related systems.
• Two years direct experience with propulsion, electrical, and damage control systems.
• Two years direct experience with U.S. Naval Ships.
• One year direct experience in Naval Nuclear Secondary Plant Systems and NNPI knowledge.
• Up to 25% travel for CONUS/OCONUS may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams providing technical guidance on HM&E, naval propulsion and aviation systems.
• Oversee inspections, examinations, and repairs and recommend maintenance planning actions.
• Liaise with ship’s reactor department prior to inspections and testing.
• Provide technical support for operation, overhaul, and repair of auxiliary machinery and systems.
• Develop training packages and onboard operator and maintenance training for Ship’s Force.
• Create Formal Work Packages (FWPs) and Controlled Work Packages (CWPs).
• Manage personnel for short- and long-term contract efforts.
• Cultivate relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Naval engineering

DoD clearance

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Position Description & Qualifications

We’re seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Manager to join Serco’s Naval Acquisition and Sustainment Operation (NASO). A successful candidate will assume a critical role in overseeing and leading engineering and technical services to support maintenance and planning for the overhaul and repair equipment and systems associated with U.S. Navy Aircraft Carriers (CVNs). This position will be located in Brementon, WA.

This position is contingent upon your ability to maintain your active DoD Secret level clearance.

Serco’s Naval Acquisition and Sustainment Operation is part of our high-performing Maritime, Engineering, Technology, and Sustainment Business Unit which provides critical services to nearly all U.S. Navy surface ships, submarines and craft and is achieving truly impactful outcomes. Serco has over 9,000 people in North America, with operations across the U.S. and Canada. We are committed to forming long-term partnerships and supporting Federal and State government customers to achieve their mission.

In this role you will:

• Lead teams providing technical guidance to Ship's Force relating to work on Hull, Mechanical & Electrical (HM&E) and aviation equipment and systems which interface with combat support systems, and hull support items such as damage control equipment for flooding and fire, climate control/ventilation systems, tank and voids, plenums, etc., habitability improvements, and piping systems. Also encompassed are electrical generation, power and distribution systems including controllers, junction boxes, cabling, and cableways.
• Lead the performance of inspections, examinations, analysis, repairs incidental to such and make recommendations in the areas of maintenance planning and/or repair as requested on naval propulsion and auxiliary machinery associated with high pressure steam propulsion plants, non-nuclear steam plant systems of nuclear powered Aircraft Carriers, and aviation systems associated with these naval propulsion plants and U.S. Naval Surface Force Ship propulsion plants and auxiliaries.
• Liaison with ship’s reactor department is required prior to accomplishing inspections, testing, and production work
• Manage teams performing, assisting, or providing technical guidance on the performance of fault identification and support Ship's Force with physical repairs of the types of naval propulsion and auxiliary and aviation/flight deck equipment/combat systems and systems set forth herein
• Responsible for technical support and advice to Ship's Force pertinent to the operation, overhaul, and repair of specific items of, auxiliary machinery, electrical, and hull support and aviation systems as directed by the appropriate technical authority.
• Oversee the performance or provide guidance IAW Corrosion Control Assessment and Maintenance Manual (CCAMM) for the Maintenance System Work Package Planning (MSWP) (T-9630-ABMMD-010/all USN hulls) to Ship's Force with training, inspection and reporting of tanks, voids, plenums, bilges, catwalks, pump room decks, and Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) station decks. Perform or provide technical guidance in support of TYCOM Cableway Improvement Program (CIP) in accordance with NAVSEAINST 9304 series to Ship's Force with training, inspection, repair assistance and reporting.
• Develop updated training package to the TYCOM and to the RMCs. Provide formal on-board operator and maintenance training to Ship’s Force.
• Develop Formal Work Packages (FWPs) and Controlled Work Packages (CWPs) in accordance with the Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual.
• Manage personnel as required to support short-term and long-term contract efforts.
• Cultivating positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of seven years’ experience in related engineering management field, or Associates Degree with fourteen (14) years’ experience in related engineering management field.
• An active DoD security clearance is required.
• Five years’ supervisory experience in the area of technical assistance, maintenance, or design related to Navy Aircraft Carriers/surface ships (as applicable) and
• Three years should be closely involved with practical aircraft carrier/surface ship (as applicable) maintenance, design, operation, and other problems of main propulsion, auxiliary,electrical, and damage control equipment associated with shipboard level maintenance.
• Two years direct experience with auxiliary, electrical, and damage control systems and included steam propulsion plants.
• Two years direct experience with auxiliary, electrical and damage control systems for U.S. Naval Ships.
• One year direct experience in Naval Nuclear Secondary Plant Systems and/or Non-Nuclear Interface Systems and verifiable knowledge of NNPI.
• Two years of supervisory experience.
• Up to 25% of travel for CONUS/OCONUS may be required.
• An ideal candidate will have experience as a U.S. Navy Engineering Duty Officer working collaboratively with major US shipyards (such as Norfolk Naval Shipyard) with direct experience in nuclear and non-nuclear operation, maintenance, repair, design, test, and modernization (SHIPALT/SCD) of HM&E, Electronic, Weapons Handling, and marine diesel engine equipment on aircraft carriers and submarines requiring detailed knowledge of technical specifications and standards.

Knowledge, ability and skills:

• Knowledge of best practice maritime processes and support methodologies to meet Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) requirements.
• Ability to lead and manage large teams.
• Ability to operate personal computers and have good knowledge and operational abilities with Microsoft Office tools.

Serco Inc. is using this posting for the purpose of responding to a proposal. We are seeking qualified candidates in the event of a contract award. This position is not currently funded/active. Should Serco be awarded the contract, and you meet the qualifications of the position, you will be considered in the selection process.

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. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email [e-mail] .

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] .