Armed Nuclear Security Officer – Mission-Critical

BWX Technologies, Inc.; Erwin (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Mentorship programs

Inclusive workplace

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

BWX Technologies, Inc. and Nuclear Fuel Services (NFS) are seeking a Security Officer to protect critical assets and personnel through armed presence at fixed posts or patrols. You will deter SNM risks and uphold safety and security standards at a national security–sensitive site.

You will enforce site policies, assess alarms, control access, conduct patrols, and participate in training and drills to demonstrate proficiency and compliance with 10 CFR 73 requirements and related procedures.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to pass any state or federally required training or other qualifications for licensing.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q and NRC U security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a deterrent for the protection Special Nuclear Material (SNM).
• Maintain compliance with all site policies, procedures, directives and Code of Federal Regulations 10 CFR 73.45, 73.46
• Assess alarms, investigate and report suspicious activities and/or circumstances
• Identify safety and/or fire hazards and make recommendations for improvement
• Report degradation, deficiencies and accidents in accordance with current procedures and take appropriate corrective actions as directed by Security Supervision.
• Control access of personnel, vehicles and materials into the protected area
• Perform protected area, vital area and fire watch patrols
• Perform compensatory postings and escort duties as directed by Security Force Supervision and in accordance with current procedures and directives
• Perform surveillance tests and inspections and test alarm systems such as metal detectors, explosive detectors, x-ray machines, perimeter alarms, protected and vital area alarms, and fire alarms.
• Must maintain job task proficiency in accordance with 10 CFR 73 App B

Skills

Pass training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

DOE Q and NRC U security clearance

Job description

BWX Technologies, Inc. and Nuclear Fuel Services (NFS) are seeking a Security Officer to protect critical assets and personnel through armed presence at fixed posts or patrols. You will deter SNM risks and uphold safety and security standards at a national security–sensitive site.

You will enforce site policies, assess alarms, control access, conduct patrols, and participate in training and drills to demonstrate proficiency and compliance with 10 CFR 73 requirements and related procedures.