Health Physicist

The Copper River Family of Companies•Edwards Air Force Base, CA

5h•$250,000 - $300,000•Onsite

About The Position

Coho Integrated Solutions is seeking an experienced Health Physicist to support radiation safety and occupational health programs at Edwards Air Force Base, California. The Health Physicist will serve as a technical expert responsible for ensuring compliance with federal, NASA, and regulatory requirements governing ionizing radiation, laser safety, radiofrequency radiation, and associated workplace hazards. This position plays a critical role in protecting personnel, facilities, and mission operations through comprehensive radiation protection and hazard control programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Health Physics, Radiological Sciences, Physics, Nuclear Engineering, or related scientific discipline
Current Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) credentials
Laser Safety Officer (LSO) certification
Radiofrequency Safety Officer (RFSO) certification
Experience supporting NASA, Department of Defense, aerospace, laboratory, or research environments
Minimum four (4) years of professional health physics experience
Minimum three (3) years of experience serving as a Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) and/or Laser Safety Officer (LSO)
Demonstrated knowledge of radiation protection principles, exposure assessment methodologies, and applicable federal regulations
Ability to perform technical evaluations, data analysis, and risk assessments

Nice To Haves

Certification by the American Board of Health Physics (CHP) preferred

Responsibilities

Manage and support radiation protection programs involving ionizing radiation sources and associated operations.
Serve as Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) and provide technical oversight for radiation safety compliance activities.
Support Laser Safety Officer (LSO) and Radiofrequency Safety Officer (RFSO) program requirements.
Conduct radiological surveys, workplace assessments, and hazard evaluations.
Evaluate radiation-producing devices, laser systems, and radiofrequency-emitting equipment for regulatory compliance.
Develop and maintain radiation safety procedures, permits, and operating instructions.
Investigate radiological incidents and recommend corrective actions.
Perform exposure assessments and review personnel dosimetry data.
Provide technical guidance on radiation protection, shielding, hazard controls, and safe work practices.
Conduct employee training on radiation safety, laser safety, and radiofrequency hazard awareness.
Prepare technical reports, exposure evaluations, and compliance documentation.
Support audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews involving radiation and laser safety programs.