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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Systems Engineering & Technical PM SME - (Dayton, OH) - **Company:** Serco - **Location:** Dayton, OH, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Configuration Management, Decision Support Systems, Requirements Management, SAP (Applications), Systems Integration - **Published:** July 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9015591/sr-systems-engineering-technical-pm-sme-dayton-oh ## About the Role * Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph + U.S Citizenship required * Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical discipline * Minimum 15 years of experience supporting DoD acquisition, systems engineering, or technical program management * Demonstrated expertise in: + Aircraft, Space, and Weapon system acquisition and modernization + Systems Engineering & Technical Reviews (SETRs) + Technical baseline and requirements management + Risk management and system integration * Experience supporting Air Force, Space Force, NATO, or Intelligence Community programs * Proven ability to advise SES, Flag Officers, PEOs, and senior acquisition leaders * Experience supporting classified or SAP/SCI programs * Ability to travel up to 10% Additional desired experience and skills: * Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field * DAWIA Certifications in Engineering, Program Management, or Test & Evaluation * Experience supporting: * Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) or S&T organizations * Rapid Capabilities Office (RCO) or similar rapid acquisition environments * NATO or multinational acquisition programs Experience with advanced prototyping, mission engineering, and digital engineering approaches Prior experience leading large-scale portfolios, research organizations, or integration IPTs Experience driving technology transition from S&T to Programs of Record Technical & Functional Expertise * Systems Engineering (SETRs, requirements, architecture, integration) * DoD Acquisition Lifecycle (DoDI 5000 series, rapid pathways) * Weapon System Modernization & Integration * Risk & Opportunity Management * Developmental Test & Evaluation (DT&E) * Technical Baseline & Configuration Management * Mission Engineering & Capability Roadmapping * Software and Systems Integration (including multinational environments) * Executive-Level Stakeholder Engagement Core Competencies * Strategic Leadership & Advisory * Complex Problem Solving * Technical Risk Assessment * Cross-Functional Integration * Acquisition Strategy Execution * Communication & Executive Briefing ## Description Serco is seeking a Senior Systems Engineering & Technical Program Management SME to support high-visibility Department of Defense (DoD), Air Force, Space Force, and Intelligence Community programs. This role provides executive-level advisory support across advanced weapon system acquisition, modernization, and integration efforts, with a focus on delivering mission-critical capabilities to the warfighter. The candidate will operate as a trusted advisor to Program Executive Officers (PEOs), Chief Engineers, and senior government leaders, supporting strategic planning, acquisition execution, systems engineering rigor, and portfolio-level decision-making. The ideal candidate brings extensive experience across ACAT I/II programs, Science & Technology (S&T) portfolios, rapid acquisition environments, and classified programs, with demonstrated success leading large-scale modernization and integration efforts valued at multi-billion-dollar levels. In this role, you will: * Provide senior-level advisory support on weapon system acquisition, systems engineering, and technical program execution across DoD and IC programs. * Lead or support Systems Engineering and Technical Reviews (SETRs), technical baseline management, and system design maturity assessments. * Advise senior government leadership on acquisition strategy, technical risk, and capability delivery timelines. * Develop and align technology roadmaps, mission engineering approaches, and capability transition strategies. * Support portfolio-level planning and investment decisions across Science & Technology and acquisition programs. * Direct or support requirements development, configuration management, and developmental test & evaluation (DT&E) activities. * Identify and mitigate technical, integration, interoperability, and schedule risks across complex programs. * Facilitate coordination across engineering, acquisition, test, logistics, and operational stakeholders. * Provide oversight and evaluation of contractor technical artifacts, system designs, and performance metrics. * Support rapid acquisition, prototyping, and advanced capability transition efforts. * Develop and deliver executive-level briefings and decision support materials for senior DoD and multinational stakeholders. ## Related Videos - [Model Based Systems Engineering in an Agile Product Development Process](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/68-model-based-systems-engineering-in-an-agile-product-development-process) - [Independently together: how micro-applications improve developer experience + app performance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/452-independently-together-how-micro-applications-improve-developer-experience-app-performance) - [AI Agents & Agentic AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2017-ai-agents-agentic-ai) - [Migrating half a million users to a new payment service provider](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/730-migrating-half-a-million-users-to-a-new-payment-service-provider) - [Replacing Excel with SAP APIs & Python validation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1944-replacing-excel-with-sap-apis-python-validation) - [Automated Driving - Why is it so hard to introduce](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/628-automated-driving-why-is-it-so-hard-to-introduce) ## Related Articles - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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