Position Description & Qualifications
Serco is seeking a highly experienced Electromagnetic Warfare (EW) / Joint Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (JEMSO) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to help in the development of exercises that support the Joint Staff J-7 Deputy Directorate for Joint Training and Exercises (DDJTE) in Suffolk, Virginia. In this role, you will serve as the lead EW/JEMSO subject matter expert responsible for planning, integrating, and executing realistic electromagnetic spectrum operations in support of Joint Staff and Combatant Command exercises. Working with Joint planners, Intelligence Community partners, Modeling and Simulation (M&S) teams, and Operational Environment (OE) planners, you will replicate friendly and adversary electromagnetic activities while leveraging Government-provided Artificial Intelligence (AI), advanced analytics, and emerging technologies to enhance exercise realism, operational decision-making, and Joint Force readiness.
This position is contingent upon the ability to maintain/transfer an active U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Top Secret (TS) security clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).
In this role, you will:
Serve as the Joint Electromagnetic Warfare (EW) and Joint Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (JEMSO) Subject Matter Expert (SME) for assigned Joint Staff and Combatant Command exercises.
Participate in select Joint Exercise Life Cycle (JELC) planning conferences, workshops, rehearsals, and exercise execution events.
Develop and integrate friendly, adversary, coalition, and neutral electromagnetic spectrum activities into operational scenarios.
Design realistic Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (EMSO) effects that support operational and strategic training objectives.
Coordinate with Operational Environment (OE), Intelligence, Cyber, Space, Information Environment, and Modeling and Simulation planners to ensure integrated multi-domain exercise design.
Verify, maintain, and update Electronic Intelligence (ELINT) parametric data, emitter characteristics, and electronic attack system databases used within Joint modeling and simulation environments.
Produce and synchronize EW/JEMSO products, scripting, injects, and operational effects supporting exercise execution.
Develop realistic Order of Battle (OOB) data across air, land, maritime, cyber, space, and electromagnetic spectrum domains.
Conduct research and analysis of emerging adversary capabilities, tactics, techniques, and procedures to improve operational realism.
Support intelligence Tasking, Collection, Processing, Exploitation, and Dissemination (TCPED) activities and provide indications and warning analysis during Joint exercises.
Leverage Government-provided Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine learning, advanced analytics, and emerging technologies to improve exercise planning, operational analysis, scenario development, and after-action assessments.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Active U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Top Secret (TS) security clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) eligibility.
A U.S. Citizenship.
A current or be able to obtain a valid U.S. Passport.
A Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution
8 years of operational experience; or specialized technical training and certifications directly related to the requirement equivalent military and operational experience.
Thorough understanding of Joint Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (JEMSO), Electromagnetic Warfare (EW), and the Operational Environment (OE).
Experience integrating Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations into exercises.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to brief senior military and government leadership.
To be willing and able to travel (up to 25% of the time).
Additional desired experience and skills:
Joint Forces Staff College / JPME II graduate.
Joint Staff or Combatant Command exercise planning experience.
Graduate degree in military operations, engineering, intelligence, cybersecurity, or a related discipline.
Experience supporting Tier I Joint exercises.
Experience with Electronic Intelligence (ELINT) databases and emitter modeling.
Knowledge of Joint All-Domain Command and Control (CJADC2) concepts.
Demonstrated experience supporting Joint Staff, Combatant Commands, Service Components, or other Department of Defense headquarters.
Experience using Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine learning, Power BI, Microsoft Power Platform, or advanced analytics tools to support operational planning and decision-making.
If you are interested in making an impact with a passionate team, submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!
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://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/what-we-offer . 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.
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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.
Pay Transparency
Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance-so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract @type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities.
Benefits - Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role):
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
Tuition reimbursement program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Employee Assistance Plan
To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us .
Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco's external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: careers@serco-na.com .
