Military Analyst - Engineering Training Support (Norfolk, VA)

Serco; Norfolk (VA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Employee assistance

Job summary

Serco is seeking a Portfolio Acquisition Executive (PAE) Maritime in Norfolk, VA, offering a hybrid work arrangement. The role supports HM&E training system acquisition, lifecycle management, and planning for Navy surface training systems.

Candidate will bring Navy acquisition/PM experience, engineering background, and DoD clearance to drive program success. The position emphasizes cross‑functional coordination, briefing development, and budget forecasting to enable effective training system

Qualifications

• US Citizenship
• Active DoD Secret Clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with 5 years of relevant experience
• 1 year Navy Acquisition/Program Management experience
• Navy operational/training experience
• Navy surface ship engineering experience (senior enlisted or junior officer)
• Expert level MS PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
• Ability to travel up to 10%
• Educational requirements may be adjusted/waived for 8+ years of relevant experience

Responsibilities

• Provide project management and training system acquisition support for HM&E training systems stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain project status briefs, trackers, and other PM tools.
• Support Planning, Programming, Budgeting & Execution (PPBE) processes for HM&E training systems.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to discuss training requirements and action items.
• Assist in financial planning and budget forecasts for system acquisition and sustainment.
• Develop and update Senior Level PowerPoint briefings.

Skills

Navy program management

Project management

Communication skills

Travel up to 10%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Job description

Position Description & Qualifications

If you love high profile and challenging projects supporting the US Navy - Serco has a fantastic opportunity for you! Portfolio Acquisition Executive (PAE) Maritime is changing the face of Navy training across the fleet. The Surface Training Systems (STS) Program Office PMS 339 is the OPNAV single point of contact for strategic program planning, policy, acquisition, life‑cycle management, research and development, and technical insertion into all existing and future Navy Surface Training Systems. Join the Serco team as we work to transform Navy training.

This position located in Norfolk, VA with hybrid opportunity available.

This position supports PAE Maritime in the acquisition, stand‑up and lifecycle support for new Hull Maintenance & Electrical (HM&E), high‑tech trainers for the Navy. Develops and evaluates plans for training systems supporting modernization, new construction acquisition programs. Provides project management support, assesses and recommends the feasibility of proposed approaches to solve problems. Possesses Navy surface ship engineering and/or navigational experience. Ideal candidate will also be familiar with Navy operational mission areas and training system requirements.

In This Role, You Will

• Provide support to the Engineering (HM&E) PAPM as needed.
• Provide project management and training system acquisition support for HM&E training systems stakeholders as needed.
• Support HM&E training and engineering trainer systems development and validation.
• Coordinate with training system acquisition stakeholders to support Planning, Programming, Budgeting & Execution (PPBE) process in support of requirements, development, delivery, and sustainment of Surface Training Systems as required by the Department of Defense 5000.2 series and OPNAV instructions for Warfare Chairs.
• Coordinate with training system acquisition stakeholders to discuss training requirements and clarification of specific action items.
• Develop and maintain project status briefs, trackers, and other project management tools to monitor and report cost, schedule, performance, and risk related to a portfolio of Hull Maintenance & Electrical (HM&E) training system acquisition projects.
• Make recommendations for training requirements and advise the Mission Area Chair on defending the requirements to the Surface Warfare Training Committee (SWTC) and the resource sponsor.
• Assist in the development of financial planning and budget forecasts for system acquisition and sustainment.
• Develop and update Senior Level PowerPoint Briefings.
• This position specializes in the planning, acquisition, activation and sustainment of Navy Training Systems and Installations.

To Be Successful In This Role, You Must Have

• US Citizenship
• An Active DoD Issued Secret Clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering plus 5 years directly relevant work experience.
• 1 year Navy Acquisition and/or Program Management experience.
• Navy Operational / Navy Training experience and/or Navy DOD Experience.
• Navy surface ship engineering experience as a senior enlisted or junior officer.
• Expert level experience with Microsoft applications, especially PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to travel up to 10%
• In some cases, educational requirements may be adjusted or waived for more than 8 years applicable work experience.

Desired Skills

• Demonstrated ability to support HM&E equities at the staff Level to include facilitation and development of briefing materials.
• Possesses knowledge of Hull Maintenance & Electrical systems and applicable HM&E training and operational training system requirements.
• Surface Warfare Officers and Surface Warfare Qualified Enlisted Experience E-7 and above.
• Master Training Specialist (MTS) or Former Navy Instructor experience.
• PMP Certification.

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 federal 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].