Radiation Safety Officer (RSO)

AgniKul Cosmos; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Chennai is seeking an AERB Level II certified Radiation Safety Officer to oversee radiation safety and compliance for its industrial CT scanning facility. The role involves ensuring compliance with AERB regulations, conducting radiation surveys, and training staff on safety protocols. Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of experience working as an RSO and strong knowledge of AERB compliance and safety procedures. This position offers an opportunity to work at the forefront of aerospace technology.

Qualifications

• AERB Level II Radiation Safety Officer certification is mandatory.
• Minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience required.
• Experience with industrial X-ray/radiography/CT systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as designated Radiation Safety Officer.
• Ensure compliance with AERB regulations.
• Conduct radiation surveys and exposure assessments.

Skills

AERB regulatory compliance

Radiation safety procedures

Monitoring instruments

CT systems experience

Education

AERB Level II Radiation Safety Officer certification

Job description

ABOUT

Agnikul Cosmos is a company incubated at IIT Madras and we build rockets that can take satellites up to 500 kg to Lower Earth Orbit (LEO). In May 2024, we successfully completed our maiden launch from our own launchpad (India's first private launchpad). The launch has proven all the new technologies developed by Agnikul and also earned recognition from Honourable Prime Minister of India.

We are looking for an AERB Level II certified Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) to oversee radiation safety and regulatory compliance for our industrial CT scanning facility equipped with a ~450 kV X-ray CT system.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the designated Radiation Safety Officer for the facility
• Ensure compliance with Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) regulations and safety guidelines
• Oversee safe operation of the industrial CT / high‑energy X‑ray system (~450 kV)
• Conduct radiation surveys, area monitoring, and exposure assessments
• Maintain radiation safety records, reports, and regulatory documentation
• Coordinate AERB approvals, licensing, and regulatory inspections
• Ensure proper functioning of radiation shielding, interlocks, and monitoring systems
• Implement and monitor radiation protection programs
• Train operators and staff on radiation safety procedures and emergency protocols
• Investigate and report radiation incidents or safety deviations

REQUIREMENTS

• AERB Level II Radiation Safety Officer certification
• Minimum 2 years of experience working as an RSO after AERB qualification
• Experience handling industrial X‑ray / radiography / CT systems
• Strong knowledge of AERB regulatory compliance and safety procedures
• Experience with radiation monitoring instruments and surveys

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience with high‑energy X‑ray systems (300–450 kV range)
• Prior experience in industrial CT scanning facilities
• Background in NDT / testing laboratories / radiography operations