Principal Radiation Physicist

BAE Systems.; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Radiation Physicist to join their innovative team. In this role, you will supervise and conduct critical analysis and experiments to support system qualification for the UK's nuclear powered submarine fleet. You'll have the opportunity to lead the design of radiation shielding, ensuring safety and performance are balanced effectively. This role not only offers a chance to contribute to cutting-edge projects but also provides a flexible working environment and a range of competitive benefits. If you're passionate about making a real difference in the field of radiation physics, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave allowance

Company contributed Share Incentive Plan

Flexible working

Employee assistance programme

Cycle2work

Employee discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Relevant STEM degree in Physics/Mathematics/Chemistry/Nuclear Engineering required.
• Experience with radiation transport codes and safety studies is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and conduct analysis and experiments for system qualification.
• Lead detailed shield design balancing build and performance requirements.

Skills

Radiation transport codes (MCNP/MCBEND/Attilla)

Understanding of radiation physics

Radiation safety studies & behaviours

Radiation metrology

Knowledge of the ALARP principle

Education

Relevant STEM degree in Physics/Mathematics/Chemistry/Nuclear Engineering

Tools

In-house toolsets

Job description

Job Title: Principal Radiation Physicist

Location: Barrow-In-Furness - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Salary: Competitive

What you'll be doing:

1. Supervising and conducting analysis and experiments to support system qualification
2. Supporting progression of design optimisation
3. Producing and reviewing radiological safety justifications for proposed design solutions
4. Direct development of in-house toolsets in support of the department goals
5. Leading detailed shield design, balancing build requirements alongside system performance requirements

Your skills and experiences:

Essential

1. Relevant STEM degree in Physics/Mathematics/Chemistry/Nuclear Engineering
2. Demonstrable experience of radiation transport codes such as MCNP/MCBEND/Attilla
3. Understanding of radiation physics
4. Experience of radiation safety studies & behaviours
5. Experience of radiation metrology
6. Knowledge of the ALARP principle

Desirable:

1. Experience of managing technical projects

Benefits:

You'll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You'll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Radiation Physics & Shielding team:

Our team is responsible for the design and validation of radiation shielding for the UK's nuclear powered submarine fleet. We are engaged across three different submarine programmes in different stages of the engineering lifecycle designing new shields, providing design change assessment into the build programme, and conducting radiation metrology on-board during commissioning. Alongside our primary work we conduct radiological safety studies for several other areas, design novel radiation detectors and are developing capability in the field of radiation damage to electronics. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 20th May 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.