Intelligent Systems - Project Manager- Washington D.C

Serco North America; United States; Remote; USD 134,000 - 224,000; Full time

Job summary

Serco North America is seeking an Intelligent Systems - Project Manager to support the U.S. Navy Submarine Industrial Base. The position is remote within the continental United States and may be regionalized; travel to engage with suppliers is possible.

You will lead mission-critical operations and ensure alignment with program goals for submarine construction and sustainment. The role requires coordinating diverse teams across software, hardware, Navy program offices, and shipyards, guiding

Qualifications

• DoW Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
• Experience supporting Navy submarine programs or similar defense programs.
• Familiarity with RMF/Authority to Operate (ATO) processes.
• Ability to work remotely within the continental US.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and accelerate identification and integration of intelligent systems, AI/ML, and advanced software into Navy submarine construction and maintenance.
• Bridge gap between software/hardware teams, Navy program offices, shipyards, cybersecurity authorities, and private industry partners.
• Provide strategic operational planning and execution support.
• Manage project lifecycles end-to-end, roadmap alignment, RMF/ATO, and adoption by production trades and QA.

Skills

Intelligent Systems

Project Management

AI/ML

Job description

Washington Navy Yard, District of Columbia, US, 20374

Category: Project/Program Management

Job ID: 36255

widget: Full-Time

Must be able to obtain a DoW Secret security Clearance.

Other

Yes - May Consider Full Time Teleworking for this position

$134351.78-$223919.63

Position Description & Qualifications

If you seek a rewarding, high profile and challenging position supporting projects for the US Navy- Serco has a great opportunity for you! This position will be on a dynamic team, supporting Team Submarine. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact on our military defense and safety of our sailors.

Must be able obtain a U.S. Department of War (DoW) Secret security clearance.

Program Overview:

The Submarine Industrial Base (SIB) Program leads the U.S. Navy's effort to revitalize America's shipbuilding and repair capabilities. Established in September 2024, the program strengthens and expands the industrial base that builds and maintains surface ships, aircraft carriers, and submarines vital to national defense.

https://www.secnav.navy.mil/rda/sib/Pages/default.aspx

Team Submarine's Submarine Program Offices are responsible for:

The acquisition of COLUMBIA Class Submarines 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 class. The program is a major defense acquisition program and is of significant political importance with Congress and the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD).

The acquisition of VIRGINIA Class Submarines and for identifying, assembling, managing, directing, and coordinating the resources required for the R&D, design, construction, Test and Evaluation (T&E), Live Fire Test and Evaluation (LFT&E), and Fleet introduction of the U.S. Navy's newest class of nuclear attack submarines. The program is a major defense acquisition program with a total life cycle cost of approximately $336B. Additionally, successful improvement of the Class' capabilities is of significant political importance with Congress and the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD).

The SSN(X) Office is responsible for the acquisition and design of the future 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… The future…

Serco supports the US Navy as prime for SHAPM contract supporting the acquisition of submarines and surface vessels.

Serco-NA is seeking a motivated Intelligent Systems - Project Manager to provide help to the SIB Advance Manufacturing (AM) Team. Our Advance Manufacturing Team leverages existing technology to include artificial intelligence/machine learning, robotics, Industry 4.0, advance Non-destructive (NDT) testing, lasers, and a myriad of other technologies to apply withing the Submarine Industrial Base. In this role you will lead the planning and optimization of mission-critical operations, provide strategic insights and ensure alignment with organizational goals. This position will be filled remotely within the continental United States and may be divided into regions depending upon location of the individual and/or expertise. You will work out of your home or travel to engage with suppliers. If your desire is to make a difference in the construction and sustainment of the US Submarine Industrial Base, this position is ideal.

In this role, you will:

• Coordinate and accelerate the identification, development, operational transition, and field integration of cutting-edge intelligent systems, artificial intelligence (AI)/machine learning (ML) applications, and advanced software into U.S. Navy submarine construction and maintenance activities.
• In this role, you will bridge the gap between advanced software/hardware engineering teams, Navy program offices, shipyard waterfront operations (public shipyards, trident refit facilities, private shipyards, etc.), naval cybersecurity authorities, and private industry partners that range from suppliers to innovative technology providers.
• Provide strategic operational planning and execution support.
• You will manage project lifecycles end-to-end: coordinating developer roadmaps, shepherding software packages through the Department of War (DoW) Risk Management Framework (RMF) to achieve an Authority to Operate (ATO), and ensuring smooth adoption by production trades, quality assurance (QA) inspectors, and ship's force during major shipyard availabilities.
• Lead and document mission requirement generation and oversee documentation and reporting activities.
• Drive the integration of these