Senior Program Analyst - Washington, D.C.

Serco; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Life & disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Serco Inc. in Washington, DC is seeking a Senior Program Analyst to support the Navy frigate program office with production and quality oversight.

You will coordinate with NAVSEA, SUPSHIP, and shipyards to ensure schedules and contract deliverables are met, while analyzing program data and delivering briefings to senior leadership. A DoD secret clearance and a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5 years of program office/production oversight experience.
• Experience with Navy shipbuilding program offices.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and programmatic support to 410 Leadership.
• Manage cost, schedule, and performance for the Frigate program.
• Develop reports and decision-support tools for Navy leadership.
• Lead and coordinate Integrated Product Teams and program reviews.
• Supervise Washington Navy Yard production support team.

Skills

DoW Secret clearance

Program analysis

Production scheduling

Risk management

Team leadership

Stakeholder comms

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Position Description & Qualifications

Serco has an immediate need for an experienced Senior Program Analyst in Shipbuilding - Production & Quality focus - role in Washington, DC, providing direct support to a U.S. Navy Frigate Program Office responsible for the acquisition, construction, testing, delivery, and lifecycle transition of surface combatants. The ability to obtain/maintain/transfer a U.S. Department of War (DoW) Secret security clearance. As a key member of the PMS 410 Program Office Support Team, you will support the Government Production Team in managing ship construction activities, production schedules, industrial base coordination, modernization efforts, risk management, and program execution associated with the Navy's frigate portfolio. In addition, you will be the primary liaison between the Washington, DC team and the Pascagoula, MS based team of program and production analysts and technicians with expertise in scheduling, production, and quality assurance, that support PMS 410 and the local SUPSHIP office. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience supporting a U.S. Navy Shipbuilding Program Office, preferably within a Production Department, and have demonstrated knowledge of ship construction processes, scheduling, waterfront execution, shipbuilder performance management, and NAVSEA acquisition programs. This is a unique opportunity to make an impact and have influence every day on the future of the Navy. You will provide critical programmatic support to ensure successful acquisition, construction, and delivery of one of the Navy’s newest surface combatants. This position will serve as an advisor and action officer supporting Program Office leadership by coordinating production activities between NAVSEA, PEO USC, Supervisor of Shipbuilding (SUPSHIP), warfare centers, shipbuilders, and fleet stakeholders.

In This Role, You Will

• Provide technical and programmatic support to 410 Leadership.
• Support PMS 410 in managing cost, schedule, and performance of the Frigate shipbuilding program.
• Analyze program data and develop reports, briefings, and decision support tools for senior Navy leadership.
• Embed directly with PMS 410 Production leadership team to ensure alignment of program office priorities and taskings across the Serco production and quality team.
• Develop and analyze production metrics to make recommendations and inform Programmatic decision making.
• Track program milestones, risk mitigation strategies, and contract deliverables.
• Participate and assist in leading Integrated Product Teams, shipbuilding meetings, and program reviews.
• Provide guidance and leadership to the production and quality engineering, technician, and analyst team in all areas of new construction shipbuilding.
• Directly supervise and manage the daily activities and deliverables of the Washington Navy Yard (WNY) production support team.
• Aid in the development of junior production analysts that are part of the WNY program office support team to support short-term and long-term contract efforts and support of PMS 410P.
• Contribute to the development of strategies in alignment with program objectives and help develop 410P’s strategic plan.
• Participate in scheduled meetings with PMS 410, SUPSHIP, shipyard personnel and subcontractors, providing inputs and insight as necessary.
• Develop and submit weekly and monthly reports of all completed activities to task lead.
• Provide support and coordination to the local SUPSHIP team as needed.
• Cultivate positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Have

• A current DoW security clearance or ability to obtain and maintain an active DoW Secret security clearance.
• A Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of program office, ship production support and oversight experience.
• Strong critical thinking skills, as well as customer organizational level communication and interpersonal skills.
• An exceptional organizational and planning skills, with ability to manage multiple tasks and personnel simultaneously.
• An extensive experience in all aspects of Navy and DOD acquisition processes in Naval Ship New Construction, including experience analyzing shipyard schedules, production plans, and construction metrics.
• Experience working in a Navy Shipbuilding Program Office or Supervisor of Shipbuilding.
• Experience leading and providing oversight to a team of personnel.
• The ability to interact effectively with senior Navy leadership, government civilians, and industry representatives.
• The ability to effectively communicate an interface with customers, stakeholders, and industry personnel, with particular attention to rapid generation of presentations for stakeholder leadership.
• Proficiency in the M365 software suite including Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint.
• Excellent oral and technical report writing skills.
• The ability to travel is up to 25%.

Additional Desired Experience And Skills

• Prior experience supporting the Production Department within a U.S. Navy Shipbuilding Program Office.
• Knowledge of DoD acquisition lifecycle and documentation
• DAWIA Program Management Practitioner (previous PM Level II) or 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 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.

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].