Radiation Safety Officer
About The Position
Thea Energy is developing a commercial fusion-energy approach based on computer-controlled arrays of planar coils, with the goal of creating a zero-emission energy source. The Radiation Safety Officer will lead radiation protection for the company’s licensed radioactive material programs and support tritium processing operations as the business grows. The role is responsible for establishing and implementing the radiation protection program, ensuring regulatory compliance, administering ALARA and radiological monitoring and controls, and overseeing radioactive waste management. The Radiation Safety Officer will also provide training, support remediation and emergency response, assist with licensing and regulatory interactions, and build the radiation protection function and team over time.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in science or engineering, health physics, radiation protection, or a closely related field.
- At least 8 years of experience in radiation protection, health physics, or a closely related field.
- Previous experience as an RSO or Radiation Protection Program Manager at an NRC-licensed facility, DOE site, national laboratory, or comparable regulated nuclear environment.
- Relevant certifications or credentials, such as NRRPT or CHP.
- Direct experience with tritium processing operations, or equivalent experience with other radioactive or hazardous materials in a regulated environment.
- Ability to interpret radiation protection data and applicable regulations, including NRC and DOE requirements such as 10 CFR Part 20 and ANSI, and translate requirements into practical procedures.
- Familiarity with radiation physics, dosimetry equipment, radiation detection instruments, and compliance management systems.
Nice To Haves
- Experience establishing or significantly expanding a radiation protection program, particularly in a fast-paced, resource-constrained, or startup environment.
- Advanced degree in health physics, radiation science, or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the designated Radiation Safety Officer for licensed radioactive material programs.
- Establish and implement Thea Energy’s radiation protection program, including procedures and processes supporting tritium processing operations.
- Ensure compliance with NRC, Agreement State, DOE, DOT, EPA, and OSHA standards, including 10 CFR Part 20, ICRP, and ANSI.
- Establish and administer ALARA principles, radiation monitoring, dosimetry, and radiological programs and controls to protect workers, the public, and the environment.
- Evaluate radiological instrumentation and monitoring systems for adequacy and compliance with site requirements.
- Develop and deliver radiation safety training on radiological protection principles, standards, and procedures.
- Oversee the radioactive waste management program, including storage, decay-in-storage, and disposal in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Provide oversight during radiological remediation and support emergency response activities involving radioactive materials.
- Support licensing and regulatory interactions related to radiation protection.
- Build and lead the radiation protection function and team as operations grow.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Employee equity stock options.
- 20 days of paid time off.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
