Engineer Senior

General Dynamics Electric Boat • Groton, CT

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About The Position

The Radiation Analysis/Shielding group at Electric Boat provides radiation analysis expertise, hands-on knowledge of shielded structures and related manufacturing methods, and practical solutions to difficult problems. Radiation shielding engineers provide analysis for future designs, consulting services, and support for construction activities at Electric Boat facilities, Newport News Shipbuilding, land-based prototypes, commissioned submarines, moored training ships, and designated support facilities.

The senior engineer owns radiation shielding design and analysis, develops and maintains analysis methods and associated software tools, and balances independent problem-solving with leading a small team. The work supports the mission of producing minimum-weight, cost-efficient biological shielding that meets Naval requirements. The engineer works with radiation-analysis subject matter experts and interfaces with designers, shipyard personnel, Naval Nuclear Laboratories, and the Navy customer. The role offers opportunities for growth and development.

Requirements

• Master's degree or above in Nuclear Engineering, or expected completion by December 2026.
• At least 5 years of postgraduate engineering experience.
• Experience in radiation transport analysis.
• Analytical and computational skills in radiation transport and shielding analysis.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in radiation protection or radiation detectors/dosimetry.
• Strong knowledge of at least one high-level programming language, such as Python or C/C++.
• Prior naval nuclear experience.

Responsibilities

• Own radiation shielding design and analysis.
• Develop and maintain analysis methods and associated software tools.
• Independently develop solutions and lead a small team in support of the group's mission.
• Work with designers, shipyard personnel, Naval Nuclear Laboratories, and the Navy customer.
• Support development of minimum-weight, cost-efficient biological shielding that meets Naval requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior