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Position Description

If you seek a rewarding, high profile and challenging position supporting projects for the US Navy- Serco has a great opportunity for you! This position will be on a dynamic team, supporting Team Submarine. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact on our military defense and safety of our sailors.

Dixon Hicks, former submarine major command and commanding officer,

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dixonhicks/ , leads the Maritime Industrial Base (MIB) support for this high-performing contractor team supporting NAVSEA.

Team Submarine’s Submarine Program Offices are responsible for:

The acquisition of **COLUMBIA Class Submarines** and for identifying, assembling, managing, directing, and coordinating the resources required for the R&D, design, construction, Test and Evaluation (T&E) and Live Fire Test and Evaluation (LFT&E) of the class. The program is a major defense acquisition program and is of significant political importance with Congress and the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD).

The acquisition of **VIRGINIA Class Submarines** and for identifying, assembling, managing, directing, and coordinating the resources required for the R&D, design, construction, Test and Evaluation (T&E), Live Fire Test and Evaluation (LFT&E), and Fleet introduction of the U.S. Navy’s newest class of nuclear attack submarines. The program is a major defense acquisition program with a total life cycle cost of approximately $336B. Additionally, successful improvement of the Class' capabilities is of significant political importance with Congress and the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD).

The **SSN(X) Office** is responsible for the acquisition and design of the future fast attack submarine and for identifying, assembling, managing, directing, and coordinating the resources required for the R&D, design, construction, Test and Evaluation (T&E) and Live Fire Test and Evaluation (LFT&E) of the future submarine. The future Attack Submarine will be designed to retain multi-mission capability and sustained combat presence in denied waters with a focus on greater speed, stealth, and horizontal payloads and salvo rates.

You must be able to obtain a Secret clearance.

Serco supports the US Navy as a prime for their Team Submarine contract supporting the acquisition of submarines. The Team Submarine concept unifies once diverse submarine-related activities into a single submarine-centric organization with the goal of eliminating traditional stovepipe structures and processes that created impediments and inefficiencies in the submarine research, development, acquisition, and maintenance communities. Team Submarine provides improved communication among the various offices that contribute to the overall success of the United States Submarine Force.

Serco is seeking a motivated individual to provide help to the Maritime Industrial Base Director by driving innovation through acquisition, navigating complex procurement environments, and enabling rapid technology transition to strengthen national defense, As the **Acquisition Management Specialist** in the **Maritime Industrial Base (MIB) Technology Team** , you will play a vital role in accelerating adoption of automation, digital tools, and industrial modernization capabilities across the U.S. Navy submarine and undersea warfare supply chain.

This position is ideal for an experienced acquisition professional who excels at finding “needle-in-a-haystack” solutions, translating technical needs into acquisition pathways, and fostering collaboration between government, industry, and technology developers. Your work will directly support mission-critical improvements in readiness, throughput, and resiliency for our nation’s undersea deterrent.

This role sits at the intersection of logistics, digital transformation, technical manufacturing, and supplier engagement—designed to enhance readiness and throughput across the submarine enterprise. You will be responsible for identifying bottlenecks, overseeing implementation of technical solutions, and supporting data-driven decisions that directly impact national defense priorities.

This position will be filled remotely as you work out of your home or travel to engage with suppliers.

In this role, you will:

+ Serve as the lead acquisition strategist for the MIB Technology Team, identifying and executing pathways to rapidly transition emerging automation, data, and manufacturing technologies into use across the Navy’s submarine supplier base.

+ Develop and manage acquisition strategies aligned with Navy and DoD authorities, including SBIR/STTR, OTA, BAA, IDIQ, and FAR-based contracts.

+ Translate operational and industrial base needs into actionable requirements packages, market research, and acquisition documentation.

+ Coordinate with technology developers, suppliers, and Navy stakeholders to align contract vehicles with timelines, technical goals, and performance metrics.

+ Guide the technology transition lifecycle—from opportunity identification and vendor engagement to pilot award, execution monitoring, and long-term sustainment planning.

+ Lead procurement planning, documentation drafting, and acquisition reviews in coordination with Navy contracting offices and program offices (e.g., PEO UWS, NUWC, NAVSEA).

+ Monitor funding execution, contract performance, and deliverables to ensure alignment with mission needs and transition readiness.

+ Support the creation of strategic messaging, briefings, and acquisition summaries for senior Navy leadership and industrial base policy stakeholders.

+ Maintain a repository of acquisition tools, templates, and lessons learned to ensure repeatable, efficient execution across future technology transition efforts.

+ Manage supplier engagement activities including diagnostic site visits, root cause analysis coordination, and execution oversight of supplier modernization projects.

+ Work with multiple stakeholders across the region to expedite evaluation, determine critical areas, and assess how to fund MIB efforts that produce optimal return on investment.

+ Work with the MIB team which is spread across the United States and is focused on workforce development/marketing, supply chain/sustainment, and technology developments.

+ Evaluate projects and initiatives including capital projects that will increase throughput capacity in the maritime trades, curriculum development, social media/marketing campaigns, and veteran/veteran spouse outreach, among others.

+ Provide senior-level briefings and progress updates to Navy leadership, including recommendations for targeted investments and risk mitigation actions.

+ Provide daily program, analytical, and acquisition management support to senior level executives.

+ Drafts information papers in response to Congressional inquiries.

+ Provide input to Report to Congress regarding MIB spend goals and associated return on investment.

+ Travel to regional entities to meet with local stakeholders about workforce initiatives.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have:

+ A bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Industrial Systems, or a related technical discipline (Master’s preferred).

+ 8–10+ years of progressive experience in defense acquisition or project related, with a focus on rapid procurement, technology transition, or industrial base engagement.

+ Advanced proficiency in IT tools and platforms such as Power BI, Smartsheet, Excel, SharePoint, and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).

+ Strong working knowledge of technical drawings, engineering workflows, and manufacturing systems.

+ Prior support to Navy organizations such as **PEO UWS** , **NUWC** , **NAVSEA** , or DASN Industrial Policy.

+ Familiarity with technology transition initiatives (e.g., Manufacturing Innovation Institutes, Navy Tech Bridges, or Defense Production Act Title III).

+ Background in digital manufacturing, supply chain automation, or advanced industrial technologies.

+ Experience working directly with small businesses or non-traditional defense contractors in early-stage innovative ecosystems.

+ Experience preparing and delivering high-stakes presentations and briefings to senior stakeholders.

+ Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills with attention to detail and the ability to work independently.

+ Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.

+ Approximately 10% travel.

If you are interested in supporting and working with our military and sailors and a passionate Serco team, submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!

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_In compliance with local laws regarding pay transparency, the salary range for this role is $_ _132,214.44_ _to $_ _220,0356.63_ _; however, Serco considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills._

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: [email protected] 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 ourApplicant Privacy Policy and Notice (https://www.serco.com/na/privacy-policy) .

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 [email protected] .

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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**ID** _69347_

**Recruiting Location : Location** _US-MD-_

**Category** _Project/Program Management_

**Position Type** _Full-Time_

**Security Clearance** _Other_

**Clearance Details** _Must be able to obtain/maintain a Secret Clearance_

**Telework** _Yes - May Consider Full Time Teleworking for this position_

**Campaign** _LPSHAPM_