Nuclear Analyst

Booz Allen Hamilton; Kentucky; On-site; USD 62,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton seeks a Nuclear Analyst to support the safe and compliant operation of nuclear facilities and policies. You will analyze data, inform strategic planning, and help shape deterrence and policy for USAF engagements.

Expect to collaborate across teams addressing governance, safety, and rapid response needs in a sensitive environment. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in classified settings, strong data interpretation skills, and a solid grounding in NC3 concepts, with a Bachelor’s

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in classified environments.
• Experience supporting nuclear security, deterrence, nonproliferation, counterproliferation, intelligence analysis, or strategic planning.
• Experience collecting, modeling, and interpreting operational, safety, and performance data.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical and administrative support to the USAF.
• Develop recommendations informing nuclear policy, deterrence, and strategic planning.
• Support nuclear operations governance, policy revisions, and strategic assessments.

Skills

3+ years in classified environments

Nuclear security / deterrence

Data analysis & interpretation

NC3 knowledge

Excel and SharePoint usage

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Engineering, Physics, Nuclear Physics, Chemistry, or Engineering

Tools

Excel

SharePoint

Job description

Nuclear Analyst

The Opportunity: As a nuclear analyst, you’re passionate about the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of nuclear facilities, programs, and policies. We need a nuclear analyst like you to help solve complex problems for our clients and aid in developing recommendations that inform and shape nuclear policy, deterrence, and strategic planning. On our strategic plans and policy support services team, you’ll provide analytical and administrative support to the USAF. In this capacity, you will facilitate the effective adaptation of Air Force nuclear deterrence strategies and programs in response to evolving global and national security threats. You will provide logistical and administrative support during forum execution to capture a comprehensive record of all discussions and strategic decisions. In addition, you will work collaboratively as part of the strategic deterrence and nuclear integration initiative, providing expert support during periods of heightened operations. This includes addressing urgent requirements related to nuclear enterprise governance, policy revisions, strategic assessments, and unforeseen mission demands. Your technical proficiency, data analysis skills, and regulatory expertise will underpin the safe, efficient, and compliant management of nuclear facilities, programs, and policies. Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 3+ years of experience working professionally in classified environments
• Experience supporting nuclear security, nuclear deterrence, nonproliferation, counterproliferation, intelligence analysis, or strategic planning
• Experience collecting, modeling, and interpreting operational, safety, and performance data to inform decision‑making
• Experience studying and evaluating nuclear operations to identify risks, inefficiencies, or opportunities for improvement
• Knowledge of Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications (NC3) concepts
• Ability to use tools supporting data analysis, documenting, organizing, and reporting, including database tools such as Excel and SharePoint TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Engineering, Physics, Nuclear Physics, Chemistry, or Engineering

Nice If You Have:

• Experience supporting HQ USAF, STRATCOM, AFGSC, NC3, or nuclear C2
• Experience with Space Operations Command
• Knowledge of nuclear safety regulations and international non‑proliferation frameworks
• Possession of excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Possession of excellent analytical, critical thinking, and open‑source research skills
• Possession of excellent written and verbal communication skills tailored for briefing senior stakeholders
• Radiological Emergency Management Certifications
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
• Completion of Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) Training
• Completion of Nuclear Security Fundamentals Courses

Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well‑being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full‑time and part‑time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

• Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, and dependent care.
• Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values.
• Full‑time and part‑time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs.
• Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract‑specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $61,900.00 to $141,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees.

This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

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Work Model

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Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.

Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.

Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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