ENGINEER NUCLEAR 4

Huntington Ingalls•Newport News, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Designs, develops, and tests nuclear equipment and systems. Conducts research on new materials of special interest in nuclear reactors. Conducts studies related to the detection and control of radiation and radioactive contaminants. Studies nuclear fuel cycle to define most economical uses of material and safest means of waste products disposal. Other areas of research include radiation transport modeling, statistical analyses and performance metrics. Recommends various technology options or approaches for system, processes, facility or program improvements in terms of safety, performance, efficiency or costs.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree and 9 years of relevant exempt experience
Master’s Degree and 7 years of relevant professional experience
Ph.D. and 4 years of experience
Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program
US Citizenship Required
Final Clearance Required to Start

Nice To Haves

Radilogical Training for Nuclear Engineering (RTNE) Qualification
Radiation worker qualification
Technical writing expertise
Project management experience
Proficiency in conflict resolution while maintaining a strong focus on achieving common objectives
Experience with multiple Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP) platforms
Experience working with NAVSEA 08

Responsibilities

Designs, develops, and tests nuclear equipment and systems.
Conducts research on new materials of special interest in nuclear reactors.
Conducts studies related to the detection and control of radiation and radioactive contaminants.
Studies nuclear fuel cycle to define most economical uses of material and safest means of waste products disposal.
Radiation transport modeling, statistical analyses and performance metrics.
Recommends various technology options or approaches for system, processes, facility or program improvements in terms of safety, performance, efficiency or costs.