Lead Radiation Shielding Engineer (Naval Nuclear)

General Dynamics Corporation; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Groton, CT is seeking a Senior Radiation Shielding Engineer to own shielding design and analysis within the Radiation Analysis/Shielding group. You will develop and maintain analysis methods and software tools, balancing independent work with leading a small team to deliver a minimum-weight, cost-efficient shield that meets Naval requirements.

You will collaborate with subject matter experts, interface with designers and naval customers, and apply radiation

Qualifications

• Master's Degree (or will have by Dec 2026) in Nuclear Engineering.
• 5+ years of post graduate Engineering Experience.
• Experience in radiation transport analysis.

Responsibilities

• Own radiation shielding design and analysis.
• Develop and maintain analysis methods and associated software tools.
• Balance independently working solutions and leading a small team.
• Collaborate with designers, shipyard personnel, Naval Nuclear Laboratories and Navy customer.

Skills

Independent work

Team leadership

Communication skills

Radiation transport analysis

Education

Master’s Degree in Nuclear Engineering

Tools

Python

C/C++

Job description

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Groton, CT is seeking a Senior Radiation Shielding Engineer to own shielding design and analysis within the Radiation Analysis/Shielding group. You will develop and maintain analysis methods and software tools, balancing independent work with leading a small team to deliver a minimum-weight, cost-efficient shield that meets Naval requirements.

You will collaborate with subject matter experts, interface with designers and naval customers, and apply radiation