Senior Radiation Physicist – Hybrid, Shielding & Safety

BAE Systems; Broughton in Furness; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in the UK is seeking a Senior Radiation Physicist to join their Radiation Physics & Shielding team in Barrow-in-Furness. In this role, you will conduct radiological safety assessments, assess radiation damage to electronics, and develop detection systems. Candidates must hold a degree in a relevant scientific field and possess substantial knowledge of radiation physics and nuclear safety. The position offers a range of hybrid working arrangements and competitive benefits, including pensions and health plans.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible discounted health benefits

Green car scheme

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field is required.
• Experience in radiation safety and nuclear engineering.
• Familiarity with radiation transport methods.

Responsibilities

• Conduct radiological safety assessments.
• Assess radiation damage to electronics.
• Develop and deploy radiation detection systems.
• Run Monte-Carlo calculations for radiation effects.
• Provide technical advice on design changes.

Skills

Radiation physics knowledge

Engineering background

Nuclear safety experience

ALARP justification knowledge

Radiological safety assessments

Education

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

Tools

ATTILLA

MCBEND

MCNP

Job description

A leading defense contractor in the UK is seeking a Senior Radiation Physicist to join their Radiation Physics & Shielding team in Barrow-in-Furness. In this role, you will conduct radiological safety assessments, assess radiation damage to electronics, and develop detection systems. Candidates must hold a degree in a relevant scientific field and possess substantial knowledge of radiation physics and nuclear safety. The position offers a range of hybrid working arrangements and competitive benefits, including pensions and health plans.