Radiation Physicist: Shielding & Safety Engineer

BAE Systems; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense contractor in the UK is seeking a specialist in radiation physics to conduct safety assessments and design shielding for nuclear submarines. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in a relevant field and possess demonstrable experience in radiation physics and safety assessments. This role offers competitive benefits including a pension scheme and health plans. You will be part of an inclusive culture and engaged in significant projects contributing to the UK’s submarine fleet.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Employee share plans

Health and wellness benefits

Relocation support packages

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field is required.
• Experience in radiation physics or nuclear engineering is essential.
• Familiarity with safety assessments is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct radiological safety assessments for submarine systems.
• Develop and deploy radiation detection systems.
• Analyze the impact of design changes on radiation safety.

Skills

Radiation physics

Nuclear engineering

Systems engineering

ALARP justifications

Radiological safety assessments

Education

Degree in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, Nuclear Science, or a related field

Tools

ATTILLA

MCBEND

MCNP

Job description

A defense contractor in the UK is seeking a specialist in radiation physics to conduct safety assessments and design shielding for nuclear submarines. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in a relevant field and possess demonstrable experience in radiation physics and safety assessments. This role offers competitive benefits including a pension scheme and health plans. You will be part of an inclusive culture and engaged in significant projects contributing to the UK’s submarine fleet.