If you love engaging with high profile and challenging financial projects supporting the U.S. Department of Defense, Serco has a great opportunity for you! The Navy & Marine Technology Transition Expert will be part of a dynamic team supporting major systems acquisition, research and engineering on behalf of the Office of the Secretary of Defense at the Pentagon and Mark Center offices in nearby Alexandria, Virginia. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make a positive impact on the security of our nation.

Serco supports the Multi-Domain Joint Operations (MDJO) for Research and Engineering (OUSD (R&E)). The mission of MDJO organization is to identify and transition technologies that close time-critical gaps in high-priority, multi-component warfighting missions. 

You will be part of a team responsible for highly consequential engagements with stakeholders impacting national security and the defense capabilities of the United States. You will work closely with customers and other Serco teams to deliver quality solutions, recognized by DoD and industry as outstanding contributions in engineering program and risk management across the Defense enterprise.

In the Navy & Marine Corps Technology Transition Expert role, you will:

• Provide subject-matter expertise related to Navy & Marine Corps - specific acquisition and innovation pathways
• Advise Navy, Marine Corps, Joint Staff, and OSD stakeholders on strategies for successfully transitioning technologies from prototypes and joint experimentation activities to Army programs of record
• Collaborate with stakeholders through decision-making forums (e.g., DMAG, Issue Team, JROC, etc.) to facilitate technology transition activities
• Proactively engage and provide support to stakeholders in developing, maintaining, and executing technology transition-plans
• Prepare and deliver status reports to Congress and DoD leadership

To be successful in the role, you will have:

• An active DoD Top Secret (TS) clearance
• A Bachelor’s degree
• 20 years or more of relevant work experience supporting the DoD or Intelligence Community
• Program management experience for a technology development, design, manufacturing, integration, or test program
• Expert knowledge of DoD and Navy & Marine Corps - specific acquisition and innovation pathways
• Experience overcoming systemic technology transition challenges associated with the DoD acquisition “Valley of Death”
• An executive presence with highly effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience in developing high-quality, professional briefings and written reports to succinctly capture key issues for DoD decision-makers
• Experience in taking initiative and to accomplish work independently with minimal guidance
• Organizational skills with strong attention to detail

Desirable skill to be successful in this role:

• Active DoD TS/SCI security clearance with SCI eligibility
• A Master’s degree
• JCIDS experience working with the Joint Staff in the military requirements process
• OSD, Joint Staff, and/or Headquarters Department of the Navy experience

If you are interested in supporting and working with the Department of Defense (DoD) and a resolute Serco team, then submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes to change your career!

**Serco Inc. is using this posting for the purpose of responding to a proposal. We are seeking qualified candidates in the event of a contract award. This position is not currently funded/active. Should Serco be awarded the contract, and you meet the qualifications of the position, you will be considered in the selection process. **

Military Veterans and Spouses encouraged to apply! 

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state and local governments, and commercial clients. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, Serco Americas has over 9,000 employees and is part of a $4 billion global business that helps transform government and public services around the world. At Serco, our employees are our most valuable asset - we listen, respect and support them throughout their career at Serco. We invite you to become part of our dynamic team. Serco is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying our workforce (Race/ Color/ Sex/ Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/ Religion/ National Origin/ Disability/ Vets).

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