Our team is helping ensure the safety of nuclear power and the nuclear fuel cycle at a time when the country and world are considering increasing nuclear power's role in meeting energy needs while helping reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Objectives of this Role:
For the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and other clients, perform technical evaluations for ensuring the safety of nuclear facilities, nuclear materials processing and management, and radioactive waste disposal.
Conduct independent calculations and modeling, as necessary, to support nuclear safety technical evaluations.
Contribute to preparation of proposals and support other business development activities applicable to your technical expertise.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:
Provide nuclear-related expertise for technical and regulatory assessments of the safety of nuclear fuel cycle facilities and related activities, including conversion, enrichment, fabrication, storage, transportation, reprocessing, and disposal.
Evaluate regulations and regulatory guidance documents for their applicability to a variety of advanced and accident-tolerant nuclear fuels.
Supplement reviews with independent analyses (e.g., calculations/modeling).
Contribute to written reports.
Support business development efforts.
Requirements:
Requires a Masters or a PhD in Nuclear Engineering or other related Engineering degree with a nuclear emphasis.
0 years with a PhD with a directly related dissertation.
1+ years with an MS with experience in nuclear fuels and materials. Must pass a conflict of interest evaluation.
Experience in the following is desirable: The safety of nuclear fuel cycle facilities; nuclear codes (e.g., inventory physics, shielding, and criticality); radioactive waste; nuclear power plant operation and safety.
Good writing and communication skills. Independent thinker who can work alone or with teams under varying levels of supervision and direction.
Due to the nature of the contract, candidates must have US Citizenship or have held US Permanent Residency (non-U.S. citizen national, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) for at least 5 years.
Special Requirements:
All applicants must pass a conflict of interest evaluation and be qualified for an NRC clearance.
Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas
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