Nonproliferation Professional (Casual)

Oak Ridge National Laboratory • Oak Ridge, TN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nuclear Nonproliferation Division (NND) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is a leader in research, development, and deployment of technology that enhances nuclear nonproliferation and safeguards, reduces threats to nuclear material at risk, and expands the national capabilities in radiation detection and nuclear forensics. The NND Nonproliferation Safeguards and Treaty Verification Section provides direct R&D and technical support to the DOE and its National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) in efforts to control and reverse the international proliferation of nuclear, chemical, biological, and missile (NCBM) technologies and programs that may support weapons research, development, and/or production. Our Section has a broad focus on technologies spanning the range of NCBM technologies; we are seeking a part-time casual, senior nonproliferation technical staff member to aid in these efforts on an on-call basis.

Requirements

• BS/BA degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, chemistry, materials science, or related field and 20 years of relevant experience.
• Experience evaluating technologies and technical details in documentation (such as papers, drawings, blueprints, presentations, etc.).
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within given timeframes, and adapt to constantly evolving needs.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a clearance from the Department of Energy.
• Must pass a pre-placement drug test and participate in an ongoing random drug testing program.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge in U.S. and international export control regulations, including all United States export agencies (Energy, Commerce, State, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, and Treasury) and international control regimes (Nuclear Suppliers Group, Australia Group, Missile Technology Control Regime, and Wassenaar Arrangement).
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including experience communicating with U.S. government officials, technical subject matter experts, export compliance personnel, and domestic and foreign policy implementers.
• Strong programmatic management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prevent illicit or unintended transfers of NCBM weapon of mass destruction (WMD)-related commodities, software, and technology to destinations and end users of concern.
• Evaluate strategic trade controls and the efficacy of international and domestic export control guidelines for NCBM-specific and dual use equipment, with special attention to interpretation and applicability of controls, regulations, and guidelines.
• Assist in developing proposals, program plans, budget, and scheduling activities.
• Collaborate with the DOE/NNSA sponsors to ensure the timely completion of quality results.
• Collaborate with scientists, engineers, government officials, and U.S. private industry representatives, and collaborate across ORNL to leverage laboratory capabilities and advance mission outcomes.
• All team members deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service.
• We foster a respectful, team-focused environment where all individuals can contribute and succeed.

What This Job Offers

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