Systems Engineer - Wright-Patterson AFB, OH - Serco North America

If you want to work on cutting edge Air Force programs, Serco has a great opportunity for you!   Serco is seeking a talented System Engineer to join the team onsite at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio (No telework/remote work at this location).

This position is contingent upon your ability to maintain/transfer an active DoD Secret security clearance.

This position supports the Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) Program Office (PNT PO) with cutting edge modernization / development, and ongoing sustainment of a variety of GPS receivers and user equipment to meet DoD and national-level priorities.

In this role, you will:

• Duties will include planning, guiding, and executing technical aspects of acquisition programs.
• Will work with senior government personnel on a regular basis and will frequently be called on to provide technical briefings to program leadership.
• Will also serve as a technical advisor to government personnel.
• Provide expertise in support of the overall project lead, Integrated Product Teams, conferences, and meetings.
• Responsible for providing technical management and engineering support services to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of multiple PNT PO GPS modernization programs. Services include some or all of the following:
  • Sys Engineering planning, requirements generation, and task development / execution for multiple GPS modernization programs
  • Assessing civil and military mandates associated with Assured Positioning, Navigation, and Timing requirements
  • Developing / evaluating technical requirements, program strategies, statements of work and system engineering plans
  • Conducting engineering trade studies and technical analyses
  • Evaluating development, integration, and fielding of modernized GPS systems onto Joint Service platforms
  • Evaluating OEM technical performance and proposed solutions.

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

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A U.S. citizenship
• An active DoD Secret security clearance 
• A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
• At least 8 years related experience
• Experience with defense acquisition management processes as contained in the DoD 5000 series directives
• An excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A clear understanding of the OSD and USAF Acquisition organization
• The ability to travel 10%

Additional desired skills and qualifications:

• 10 years related experience; 4 assigned to a System Program Office
• Familiarization and understanding of MBSE and Digital Enginering concepts/principles
• Experience with GPS integration on military platforms
• Level II DAWIA Certification in Systems Planning, Research, Development & Engineering

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!

Military Veterans and Spouses encouraged to apply.

Serco Inc. is using this posting for the purpose of building a talent pipeline of qualified candidates for future anticipated growth. This position is not a funded/active opening. Should the position become funded/active, qualified candidates will be invited to re-apply to the updated posting.

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.

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