Senior Navy Electronics Project Lead - Submarine Systems

Serco; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Serco Inc. is seeking a Non-Propulsion Electronics Senior Navy Project Lead with extensive experience in U.S.

Navy acquisition programs, submarine combat control systems, and payload system electronics. The role spans multiple work locations in Washington, DC; New London, CT; Groton, CT; and Newport, RI, requiring leadership, collaboration, and hands-on technical expertise to advance critical Navy missions.

Qualifications

• Active DoD/US Navy security clearance eligibility (DoW Secret)
• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in US Navy acquisition programs or submarine-related defense programs
• Experience in program management, technical leadership, systems integration, or related leadership roles
• Experience with submarine electronics, combat systems, payload systems, or other mission-critical submarine systems
• Strong understanding of systems engineering, integration, test, certification, risk management, and QA processes
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate timely completion of program assignments aligned with strategic objectives and mission requirements
• Serve as Systems Integration and Test Lead overseeing integration, risk assessment, production, QA, and test activities
• Develop and implement processes to monitor and communicate program risks, production performance, system quality, and technical progress
• Identify, analyze, and resolve conflicts involving specifications, design, development, production, delivery, parts, processes, and procedures
• Develop risk mitigation strategies addressing vulnerabilities while complying with Navy/DoD policies
• Provide training, policy guidance, and risk-management approaches to support program execution
• Review program documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with standards
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders across submarine manufacturing and acquisition domains
• Coordinate with government, engineering, shipbuilding, manufacturing, and industry partners to resolve issues
• Support program reviews, technical interchange meetings, and leadership briefings
• Provide technical recommendations and programmatic insight for informed decision-making

Skills

Program management

Technical leadership

Systems integration

Navy acquisition experience

Submarine electronics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline

Job description

Serco Inc. is seeking a Non-Propulsion Electronics Senior Navy Project Lead with extensive experience in U.S.

Navy acquisition programs, submarine combat control systems, and payload system electronics. The role spans multiple work locations in Washington, DC; New London, CT; Groton, CT; and Newport, RI, requiring leadership, collaboration, and hands-on technical expertise to advance critical Navy missions.