Senior Maritime Systems Engineer (Navy, DoD-Clearable)

Serco; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company matching

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Serco Inc. (Maritime Engineering Operation) seeks a Senior Engineer to support Navy and commercial maritime programs. You will design, analyze, and review ship systems, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance while pursuing continuous improvement.

Applicants must hold a DoW Secret clearance eligibility, ABET-accredited engineering degree, and 8+ years within US Navy programs; travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• The ability to obtain/maintain/transfer a DoW Secret security clearance.
• ABET-accredited degree in Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering or related field such as Ocean Engineering.
• 8 years of experience with the US Navy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey complex technical issues to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated command of engineering principles, methods, and ship systems.
• Effective customer and organizational level communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with Navy acquisition programs.
• Willingness to adapt to changing project requirements and learn new technologies and tools.
• Ability to travel 10%.

Responsibilities

• Support Navy contracts including FFX, LSM, EPF, BBG(X), NAVSEA 05S and NOMARS.
• Design, develop, and evaluate engineering solutions for projects or systems.
• Conduct research, data analysis, and technical calculations.
• Prepare and review technical reports, drawings, and documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (design, manufacturing, operations).
• Assist in project planning, scheduling, and cost estimation.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulations, and quality requirements.
• Support testing, implementation, and maintenance of engineering systems.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

Travel

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

Cameo

DOORS

FlankSpeed

Job description

Serco Inc. (Maritime Engineering Operation) seeks a Senior Engineer to support Navy and commercial maritime programs. You will design, analyze, and review ship systems, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance while pursuing continuous improvement.

Applicants must hold a DoW Secret clearance eligibility, ABET-accredited engineering degree, and 8+ years within US Navy programs; travel up to 10% may be required.