Senior Radiation Physicist — Hybrid Role in Shielding

BAE Systems - Saudi Arabia; Barrow-in-Furness; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense company is looking for a Senior Radiation Physicist in Barrow-in-Furness. The role involves conducting radiological safety assessments, assessing radiation damage risk to electronics, and developing radiation detection systems. Candidates should have a relevant degree and demonstrable knowledge in radiation physics or nuclear engineering. This position offers a competitive salary and a wide range of flexible benefits, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible discounted health benefits

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant science or engineering field.
• Knowledge/experience in radiation physics or nuclear engineering.
• Experience with radiological safety assessments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct radiological safety assessments.
• Assess radiation damage risk to electronics.
• Develop radiation detection systems.
• Complete engineering design of the shielding system.
• Analyze calculations for radiation safety.
• Provide technical advice on system impacts.
• Develop ALARP justifications for design.

Skills

Radiation physics knowledge

Nuclear engineering expertise

Radiological safety assessments

ALARP justifications knowledge

Radiation transport methods

Education

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

Job description

A leading defense company is looking for a Senior Radiation Physicist in Barrow-in-Furness. The role involves conducting radiological safety assessments, assessing radiation damage risk to electronics, and developing radiation detection systems. Candidates should have a relevant degree and demonstrable knowledge in radiation physics or nuclear engineering. This position offers a competitive salary and a wide range of flexible benefits, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.