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Position Description

Passionate about supporting our Air Force and Airmen? We are too. Serco is an acronym for “Service Company”, and that is what we do, provide the best services to our USAF customers and fellow citizens every day. Serco is a place you can count on for growth, opportunity, and loyalty. Discover your place in our world.

If you want to work on cutting edge Air Force programs, Serco has a great opportunity for you! As an Experienced Systems Engineer, you will be supporting the Special Programs Division (AFLCMC/WAG) at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio (No telework/remote work at this location).

An active TOP-SECRET security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Special Access Program (SAP) and have eligibility with background investigation current within the past 6 years or under Continuous Evaluation.

The Fighters and Advanced Aircraft, Special Programs Division develops, tests, and rapidly fields classified Air Force aeronautical capabilities. AFLCMC/WAG conducts studies to identify new capabilities; transitions laboratory technologies to operational platforms; executes demonstrations; and develops, tests, and rapidly fields new capabilities for the warfighter. You will be providing bold and innovative engineering solutions by working with labs, test organizations, operational users, prime contractors, and subcontractors.

In this role, you will:

  • Utilize your systems engineering expertise in research, design, development, integration, test, and sustainment of aircraft subsystems equipment and software
  • Provide direct support to the Branch Chief Engineer for engineering program support and technical process improvement
  • Translate user requirements into system requirements, including allocation and verification in system requirement documents
  • Using mechanical and electrical engineering experience, evaluate Contractor proposed design changes and solutions, perform systems analyses and technological/trade-off study assessments
  • Analyze equipment and software performance deficiencies and make recommendations for corrective actions
  • Support review and evaluation of weapon system and subsystem design, integration, analyses, and verification
  • Support test planning working groups, technical interchanges, lab and flight test events, and day-to-day interactions between test, intelligence, and technology organizations
  • Support development and review of the full range of program and contract documentation
  • Apply systems engineering approach in building entrance and exit criteria for significant technical reviews.
  • Conduct technical evaluations of contractor proposals
  • Perform technical risk assessments and develop mitigation plans

Visit the following link for more information about how Serco supports our Veterans https://www.serco.com/na/careers/veterans-at-serco.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have: 

  • A U.S. citizenship
  • An active TOP-SECRET security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Special Access Program (SAP) and have eligibility with background investigation current within the past 6 years or under Continuous Evaluation
  • A Master’s Degree in Engineering with 7-10 years of relevant DoD work experience
  • An in-depth knowledge of DoD acquisition engineering support
  • To be able to travel up to 10% of the time 

Additional desired experience and skills:

  • Five (5) years in DoD acquisition programs as either a sub-system or system engineer
  • Electronic warfare engineering experience
  • Three (3) years of Special Access Program or SCI experience within the last five (5) years

If you are interested in supporting and working with our Air Force and airmen and a dedicated Serco team, then submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes!

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://www.serco.com/na/careers/benefits-of-choosing-serco. If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: careers@serco-na.com 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 identify 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. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email Agencies@serco-na.com.

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.

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