Project Administrator - Middletown, Rhode Island

Serco; Middletown (RI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Serco Inc. in Newport, Rhode Island, seeks a Project Administrator to support engineering, maintenance, and lifecycle support of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles. You will join a team delivering management, acquisition, and logistics support for system upgrades and sustainment, reporting to program leadership.

The role requires an active DoW Secret clearance, U.S. citizenship, and a relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• Active DoW Secret security clearance is required.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Management, Accounting, or a related discipline; degree may be substituted with related experience.
• 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience supporting U.S. Navy projects.
• Familiarity with marine operations and at-sea deployment environments.
• Basic knowledge of accounting, inventory, and government contracts.
• Ability to operate in dynamic, mission-driven environments.
• Strong writing, documentation, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute logistics support for AUV test and evaluation missions, fleet experimentation, and research objectives.
• Make recommendations for workflow and AUV operation improvements.
• Maintain project spending and financial analysis on government systems.
• Manage inventory and tracking of purchased parts and equipment.
• Provide periodic status reports and presentations to program leadership.
• Interface with government leads, range personnel, and engineering teams to support mission success.
• Ensure compliance with NAVSEA, NUWC, and range safety requirements.

Skills

Secret clearance

US citizenship

2 years experience

Navy project experience

Accounting knowledge

Inventory management

Writing and presentation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Management, Accounting, or related discipline

Job description

Position Description & Qualifications

If you love high profile and challenging projects supporting the Navy, then Serco has a great opportunity for you! As the Project Administrator, you will be on a dynamic team responsible for engineering support, maintenance management and life cycle support of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles for our customer in the Newport, Rhode Island area. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact on our national security. Must have an active U.S. Department of War (DoW) Secret security clearance. Serco supports the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC), including support for the design, acquisition, testing and sustainment of naval undersea warfare systems. You will be part of a team working closely with the customer to deliver management, acquisition, and logistics support required to conduct system upgrades, maintenance, and sustainment in support of autonomous underwater vehicles. 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

• Plan and execute logistics support for AUV test and evaluation missions, fleet experimentation, and research objectives


• Makes recommendations for workflow and AUV operation improvements


• Maintains project spending and financial analysis on government systems


• Manage inventory and tracking of purchased parts and equipment


• Provide periodic status reports and presentations to program leadership


• Interface with government leads, range personnel, and engineering teams to support mission success


• Ensure compliance with NAVSEA, NUWC, and range safety requirements

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Have

• An active DoW Secret security clearance.


• U.S. Citizenship.


• A Bachelor’s degree in Management, Accounting, or related discipline.


• Bachelor's degree may be substituted for additional similar/relevant experience.


• 2 years of relevant experience.


• Experience supporting U.S. Navy projects.


• Familiarity with marine operations and at-sea deployment environments.


• Basic knowledge of accounting, inventory, and government contracts.


• The ability to operate in dynamic, mission-driven environments.


• A strong writing, documentation, and presentation skills.


• An excellent problem-solving ability and a collaborative, team-oriented attitude.

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].