Intermediate Health Physicist

Naval Nuclear Laboratory (FMP); West Milton (NY); On-site; USD 86,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

Disability and life insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) seeks a Health Physicist for the Kesselring Site Radiation Health and Dosimetry unit. This role leads health physics initiatives, develops new dosimetry programs, and qualifies as a Processor on the Dosimetry System, with NVLAP signatory potential.

The candidate will monitor internal dosimetry operations, calibrations, and ensure QA across programs, while collaborating with the NNPP Health Physics community and attending TM/QM conferences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related technical, engineering or science field with 2+ years of relevant experience; or Master's with 1+ year of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and uphold local procedures for Radiation Health and Dosimetry operations.
• Lead and deliver health physics training and casualty training for Health Physicists.
• Support internal audits and external audits of KS Radiation Health and Dosimetry and track corrective actions.
• Participate in KS Emergency Response Organization.

Skills

Dose assessment

CHP certification or in training

Dosimetry Systems knowledge

Radiation measurement principles

Gamma spectroscopy

Radiological environmental monitoring

Radiation health officer qualification

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical/engineering/science

Master's degree in technical/engineering/science

Tools

Job description

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets.

Job Description

Are you an aspiring Health Physicist looking to qualify as a Certified Health Physicist (CHP) or a CHP in training? Are you looking for a position to grow yourself and provide leadership to other Health Physicists in the NNL Health Physics Community? The Kesselring Site Radiation Health and Dosimetry unit is seeking a motivated caniddate to provide technical assistance on health physics related topics, as well as championing efforts to grow themselves and others in the area of Health Physics. The KS Radiation Health and Dosimetry Health Physicist will be responsible for the execution and oversight of several Radiation Health programs. This includes the development and implementation of new programs based on technologic advances. The successful candidate will be required to qualify as a Processor on the current Dosimetry System being utilized, as well as qualifying as a National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP) signatory. The successful candidate will be entering in on the ground floor regarding the development and implementation of a new Dosimetry System for the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP). This will require development of relationships with other Health Physics experts across the NNPP, such as through the attendance of periodic Technical Manager/Quality Manager (TM/QM) conferences. The successful candidate will also be responsible for the completion of Dose Investigation Reports in accordance with Corporate Dosimetry procedures.

The successful candidate will need to qualify as an Internal Monitoring Operator and System Administrator responsible for oversight of all internal monitoring operations, including periodic calibrations and testing, and qualifications of other individuals in the unit. Being the System Administrator will require knowledge in radiation detection and measurement principles, with an emphasis on gamma spectroscopy. This knowledge will also support other applications that are being developed and implemented.

In addition the successful candidate will:

• Support the development and upkeep of local procedures used in various Radiation Health and Dosimetry operations


• Support the unit's continuing training program, including the development and delivery of health physics training and casualty training for Health Physicists. This will require collaboration with Corporate Dosimetry and the NNL Health Physics Community in the development phases


• Support the KS Radiation Health and Dosimetry internal audit and surveillance program. They will also support the internal and external audits of KS Radiation Health and Dosimetry performed by others and will track actions and responses to those audits


• Be required to participate in the KS Emergency Response Organization

Required Combination Of Knowledge And Skill

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with dose assessment, curie estimating, and radiation health technical issues


• Current certification as a Certified Health Physicist (CHP)/CHP in Training, or Bachelors/Masters degree in Health Physics


• Knowledge of Dosimetry Systems


• Knowledge of radiation measurement and detection principles


• Knowledge of gamma spectroscopy technology


• Knowledge or experience in radiological environmental monitoring


• Qualification as a Radiation Health Officer or equivalent


• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Compensation And Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits


• Disability, Life & Accident Insurance


• 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan


• Personal & Medical Time Off


• Paid Parental Leave


• Flexible Work Schedules


• Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees


• Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Wellness Program


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Pay Range

$86,100.00 - $134,600.00 annually

Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.

Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.