Lead Health Physicist, Space Radiation Safety (Hybrid)

Herndon Solutions Group; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Herndon Solutions Group (HSG) is recruiting an experienced Health Physicist to lead radiation protection efforts supporting NASA's Kennedy Space Center, Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, and Patrick Space Force Base. You will guide health physics professionals, oversee programs, and ensure safe execution of operations for major aerospace missions.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, regulatory compliance, and contingency planning for radiological safety in launch environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Health or Nuclear Physics or a relevant science discipline.
• Minimum of eight years of relevant health physics/environmental experience.
• NRRPT certification or equivalent level of training/experience.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be eligible for secret clearance.
• Strong knowledge in mathematics, statistics, and in reading, analyzing, and developing technical reports and regulations.
• Health physics experience in universities, academic, medical, State/Federal regulatory environments, nuclear power, or DoD.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and lead health physics functions for Kennedy Space Center, CCSFS, and PSFB Radiation Protection Programs.
• Mentor Health Physics Specialists in field and laboratory settings.
• Review health physics reports for technical accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Evaluate program data to identify trends and prepare program review reports.
• Respond to inquiries, incidents, and emergencies to protect health and safety.

Skills

Driver's license

Secret clearance eligibility

Mathematics

Statistics

Regulatory interpretation

Health physics experience

ABHP certification

Laser Safety Officer

Education

Bachelor of Science in Health or Nuclear Physics

NRRPT certification or equivalent

Job description

Herndon Solutions Group (HSG) is recruiting an experienced Health Physicist to lead radiation protection efforts supporting NASA's Kennedy Space Center, Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, and Patrick Space Force Base. You will guide health physics professionals, oversee programs, and ensure safe execution of operations for major aerospace missions.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, regulatory compliance, and contingency planning for radiological safety in launch environments.