Nuclear Engineer

US National Nuclear Security Administration; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The US National Nuclear Security Administration is seeking a qualified candidate for a federal role within the Deputy Administrator for Naval Reactors, the Director of the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program, and the Deputy Commander of the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Directorate, Naval Sea Systems Command.

Specialized experience must include extensive nuclear engineering knowledge, propulsion applications to naval reactor plants, and the ability to coordinate external correspondence related to

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level of GS-15 or NN-04.
• Extensive knowledge of advanced principles of nuclear engineering.
• Knowledge of propulsion and safety regulations for naval nuclear reactor plants.
• Ability to coordinate external correspondence and engagement pertaining to technology exchange.
• Resume limited to two pages; only first two pages reviewed for eligibility.

Job description

This position is part of the Deputy Administrator for Naval Reactors, Department of Energy.

The Deputy Administrator for Naval Reactors is also the Director of the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program and the Deputy Commander, Naval Nuclear Propulsion Directorate, Naval Sea Systems Command. Responsibilities for this Program area are contained in Executive Order 12344 of 1 February 1982, which is codified in 10 U.S.C. § 6102 and 50 U.S.C. § 2406.

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level of GS-15 or NN-04 in the Federal service.

Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting ALL of the following:

1. Extensive knowledge of advanced principles of nuclear engineering.
2. Knowledge of application of nuclear propulsion to the design, construction, repair, maintenance, modernization, testing and operation of naval nuclear reactor plants; knowledge of nuclear safety regulations, practices, and procedures to ensure health and safety.
3. Knowledge and ability to coordinate external correspondence and engagement pertaining to technology exchange

Limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages. If more than two pages are submitted, only the first two pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility and qualifications. Your full resume will be made available to the hiring manager if you are referred.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information:

• Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job)
• Duties (be specific in describing your duties, we cannot make assumptions regarding your experience)
• Employer's name and address
• Supervisor name and phone number
• Start and end dates including month, day and year (e.g. June 18 2007 to April 05 2008)
• Start and end dates for each grade/pay level if you've held a federal position.
• Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
• Salary

You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.