Lead Engineering Technician

Serco North America; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Engineering Technician to support high-profile projects for the Navy. This role involves collaborating with a dynamic team to provide engineering and acquisition management for naval platforms. Candidates will apply their technical skills to solve problems, assist in design modifications, and ensure compliance with security procedures. Join a team that values your expertise and contributes to national security while enjoying a supportive work environment. If you are passionate about working with military and naval operations, this opportunity could be your next career step.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in maritime vessel operations and management.
• Active Secret Security Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Support project management for major naval projects.
• Conduct tests and compile engineering data for analysis.

Skills

Technical Writing

MS Office Suite

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Military Experience

Job description

Position Description

If you love high profile and challenging projects supporting the Navy - Serco has a great opportunity for you! This Lead Engineering Technician position will be on a dynamic team responsible for engineering support, acquisition management and life cycle support of surface naval platforms for our customer in the San Diego, California area. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact towards our national security.

This position is contingent upon your ability to maintain your Secret Level clearance. This position is also contingent upon an award of contract.

Serco supports the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) including support for the design, acquisition, testing and sustainment of naval vessels. You will be part of a team that works closely with the customer to deliver management, engineering, acquisition, and logistics support required to conduct RDT&E trials, system installations and maintenance, and sustainment in support of Navy vessels. Serco has been supporting the Naval Sea Systems Command for over 50 years and has been recognized by the Navy for their outstanding contributions.

In this role, you will:

• Support the Program and Project Manager in the planning, direction and success of major projects, systems development efforts, and research or technology initiatives which have great significance to NAVSEA. Programs are typically large, multi-year efforts divided into several sub-programs/tasks.
• Apply basic and some advanced technical knowledge to solve routine problems by interpreting manufacturers' manuals or similar documents.
• Perform assignments that are not completely standardized or prescribed, selects or adapts standard procedures or equipment, using fully applicable precedents, receives initial instructions, equipment
• requirements, and advice from supervisor or engineer as needed, performs recurring work independently. Work is reviewed for technical adequacy or conformity with instructions.
• Construct components, subunits, or simple models or adapt standard equipment; may troubleshoot and correct malfunctions.
• Follow specific layout and scientific diagrams to construct and package simple devices and subunits of equipment.
• Conduct various tests or experiments which may require minor modifications in test setups or procedures as well as subjective judgments in measurement, selecting, preparing, and operating standard test equipment and record test data.
• Extract and compile a variety of engineering data from field notes, manuals, lab reports, etc., processing data, identifying errors or inconsistencies, selecting methods of data presentation.
• Assist in design modification by compiling data related to design, specifications, and materials that are pertinent to specific items of equipment or component parts; develop information concerning previous operational failures and modifications and use judgment and initiative to recognize inconsistencies or gaps in data and seek sources to clarify information.
• Assist staff in moderately technical aspects of project work.
• Acquire a working knowledge of customer databases and of the types of information stored in each file.
• Assist in the preparation of appropriate technical documentation.
• As required, verbally present information at project review sessions and in informal interface with customers.
• Comply with security procedures in the performance of duties.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• High school Diploma, related military experience, trade/industrial school graduate or GED equivalent with a minimum of 8 years of experience in the operation, management and sustainment of maritime vessels.
• Must have an active Secret Security Clearance.
• Proficiency in technical writing is required.
• Proficiency with MS-Office software to include MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, and MS Power Point.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Travel up to 10% may be required.

If you are interested in supporting and working with our military and sailors and a passionate Serco team- then submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!

*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.**

Meet Your Recruiter

In compliance with local laws regarding pay transparency, this position is subject to the Service Contract Act (SCA) and has a minimum hourly pay rate of $32.30, plus an additional $4.93/hour for Health and Welfare (H&W). 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: https://www.serco.com/na/careers/benefits-of-choosing-serco. 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 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 [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.