Surface Ship Maintenance Project Manager

Serco; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with matching funds

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager in Chula Vista, CA. The role involves overseeing engineering and technical services for U.S. Navy surface ships, leading teams, and managing project operations. Successful candidates will have extensive experience in engineering management, with knowledge of ship propulsion and auxiliary systems. This position requires strong leadership skills and the ability to manage technical guidance effectively. Benefits include competitive salary, medical insurance, and a tuition reimbursement program.

Qualifications

• Minimum seven years of experience in engineering management or fourteen years with an Associate's Degree.
• Five years of supervisory experience related to maintenance or design for surface ships.
• Knowledge of propulsion, auxiliary, electrical, and damage control systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical guidance teams for various ship systems.
• Oversee inspections and repairs related to naval machinery.
• Manage personnel for short and long-term projects.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Knowledge of maritime processes

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Associate's Degree in Engineering with relevant experience

Job description

Position Description & Qualifications

We’re seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Manager to join Serco’s Naval Acquisition and Sustainment Operation (NASO). A successful candidate will assume a critical role in overseeing and leading engineering and technical services to support maintenance and planning for the overhaul and repair equipment and systems associated with U.S. Navy Surface Ships.

This position is contingent upon your ability to maintain your DoD Secret level clearance.

Serco’s Naval Acquisition and Sustainment Operation is part of our high‑performing Maritime, Engineering, Technology, and Sustainment Business Unit which provides critical services to nearly all U.S. Navy surface ships, submarines and craft and is achieving truly impactful outcomes. Serco has over 9,000 people in North America, with operations across the U.S. and Canada. We are committed to forming long‑term partnerships and supporting Federal and State government customers to achieve their mission.

In This Role You Will

• Lead teams providing technical guidance to Ship's Force relating to work on Hull, Mechanical & Electrical (HM&E) and aviation equipment and systems which interface with combat support systems, and hull support items such as damage control equipment for flooding and fire, climate control/ventilation systems, tank and voids, plenums, etc., habitability improvements, and piping systems. Also encompassed are electrical generation, power and distribution systems including controllers, junction boxes, cabling, and cableways.
• Lead the performance of inspections, examinations, analysis, repairs incidental to such and make recommendations in the areas of maintenance planning and/or repair as requested on naval propulsion and auxiliary machinery associated with high pressure steam propulsion plants and U.S. Naval Surface Force Ship propulsion plants and auxiliaries.
• Liaison with ship’s reactor department is required prior to accomplishing inspections, testing, and production work.
• Manage teams performing, assisting, or providing technical guidance on the performance of fault identification and support Ship's Force with physical repairs of the types of naval propulsion and auxiliary and aviation/flight deck equipment/combat systems and systems set forth herein.
• Responsible for technical support and advice to Ship's Force pertinent to the operation, overhaul, and repair of specific items of, auxiliary machinery, electrical, and hull support and aviation systems as directed by the appropriate technical authority.
• Oversee the performance or provide guidance IAW Corrosion Control Assessment and Maintenance Manual (CCAMM) for the Maintenance System Work Package Planning (MSWP) (T-9630-ABMMD-010/all USN hulls) to Ship's Force with training, inspection and reporting of tanks, voids, plenums, bilges, catwalks, pump room decks, and Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) station decks. Perform or provide technical guidance in support of TYCOM Cableway Improvement Program (CIP) in accordance with NAVSEAINST 9304 series to Ship's Force with training, inspection, repair assistance and reporting.
• Develop updated training package to the TYCOM and to the RMCs. Provide formal on‑board operator and maintenance training to Ship’s Force.
• Develop Formal Work Packages (FWPs) and Controlled Work Packages (CWPs) in accordance with the Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual.
• Manage personnel as required to support short‑term and long‑term contract efforts.
• Cultivating positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Have

• Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of seven years’ experience in related engineering management field, or Associates Degree with fourteen (14) years’ experience in related engineering management field.
• Five years’ supervisory experience in the area of technical assistance, maintenance, or design related to surface ships.
• Three years should be closely involved with practical aircraft carrier/surface ship (as applicable) maintenance, design, operation, and other problems of main propulsion, auxiliary, electrical, and damage control equipment associated with shipboard level maintenance.
• Two years direct experience with auxiliary, electrical, and damage control systems and included steam propulsion plants.
• Two years direct experience with auxiliary, electrical and damage control systems for U.S. Naval Ships.
• Two years of supervisory experience.
• A current DoD security clearance or able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance post‑employment.
• United States (U.S.) citizenship.
• Up to 25% of travel for CONUS/OCONUS may be required.

Knowledge, Ability And Skills

• Knowledge of best practice maritime processes and support methodologies to meet Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) requirements.
• Ability to lead and manage large teams.
• Ability to operate personal computers and have good knowledge and operational abilities with Microsoft Office tools.

If you’re ready to contribute your skills and expertise to help manage and execute successful programs, apply today to join the Serco‑NA team. Your efforts will be key to ensuring project success and supporting our overall mission.

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.

• 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

Pay Transparency

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.

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.

The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days.