Submarine Shipbuilding Optimization Engineer

Serco; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Serco seeks an experienced Submarine Shipbuilding Improvement Engineer/Analyst to support the NAVSEA Team Submarine programs. The role focuses on accelerating efficiency, safety, and quality in submarine construction, working with cross-functional teams across the shipyard and Navy offices.

The candidate will apply Lean/Six Sigma methodologies, manage improvement projects, analyze data, and drive rapid, measurable changes while maintaining DoW Secret clearance and collaborating with stakeholders

Qualifications

• Active DoW Secret clearance required.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of submarine construction experience.
• Proficient in MS Office including Excel, PowerPoint, Word.
• Team player able to collaborate across functions.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% (DC area travel possible).

Responsibilities

• Identify, plan, and implement improvement initiatives for efficiency, safety, and productivity.
• Lead cross-functional projects from conception to completion within scope and budget.
• Capture and analyze data to support continuous improvement decisions.
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste and improve quality.
• Coordinate with engineering, production, QA, and other departments.

Skills

Analytical skills

Process improvement

Data analysis

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

MS Office

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

Serco seeks an experienced Submarine Shipbuilding Improvement Engineer/Analyst to support the NAVSEA Team Submarine programs. The role focuses on accelerating efficiency, safety, and quality in submarine construction, working with cross-functional teams across the shipyard and Navy offices.

The candidate will apply Lean/Six Sigma methodologies, manage improvement projects, analyze data, and drive rapid, measurable changes while maintaining DoW Secret clearance and collaborating with stakeholders