Nuclear Materials Accountant 1/2 (Material Control and Accountability Specialist)

Los Alamos National Security LLC; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 72,800 - 115,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance options

Dental and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Flexible schedules

Onsite wellness programs

Extensive relocation packages

Job summary

A national security laboratory in Los Alamos, NM, is seeking a dedicated Nuclear Material Accountant to ensure compliance in accounting duties related to nuclear materials. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 2 years of relevant experience. Key responsibilities include performing data entry accurately in a high-consequence field, troubleshooting errors, and communicating effectively with stakeholders. Successful applicants must be U.S. citizens and able to obtain a DOE Q clearance. This is a full-time, on-site position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience or equivalent education.
• Experience working in a high-consequence field.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex information.

Responsibilities

• Perform nuclear material accounting duties.
• Ensure accounting program compliance.
• Identify and implement process improvements.

Skills

Understanding complex data entry

Ability to troubleshoot data entry errors

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

What Will You Do

The Nuclear Material Control and Accountability Group (NMCA) is looking for an energetic, customer-focused professional to perform nuclear material accounting duties and responsibilities. As a Nuclear Material Accountant, you will serve in a mission‑essential role contributing to LANL's National Security and Science missions by supporting accountable nuclear material tracking to detect and deter theft or diversion. The successful candidate will be capable of learning and understanding Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, understanding radiological measurement concepts and principles, and possess exceptional critical thinking skills. The candidate will also partner with team members and customers to assure accounting program compliance. Candidates with STEM degrees, accounting, and quality backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements

MC&A Specialist 1 ($72,800-$115,400)

• Demonstrated ability to understand complex data entry using procedures, generally accepted accounting principles, radiological measurement data to include use of proper units, algebraic formulas for sitewide rollup, and the accountable nuclear material structure (Material Type, Attractiveness Level, Category) prescribed in DOE O474.2A, Nuclear Material Control and Accountability.
• Ability to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve data entry errors with team members and customer organizations.
• Demonstrated ability working in a high‑consequence field where errors can result in unplanned impacts to institutional/organizational mission.
• Ability to effectively and professionally communicate with team members, customers, and management.

Education/Experience: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience directly related to the occupation.

MC&A Specialist 2 ($87,800-$143,000)

In addition to the MC&A Specialist 1 requirements, this level the key responsibilities are:

• Experience using sound technical judgement to solve simple‑to‑complex process problems that are directly relatable to nuclear material accounting process problems (e.g., data entry, book reconciliation, accounting calculation).
• Experience identifying process improvements, recommending technically based solutions and working collaboratively with team members, customers and management to implement improvements.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex technical or process information to non‑technical stakeholders in both written and oral formats.

Education/Experience: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 5 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with Nuclear Material Control and Accountability in the DOE, NRC, or other Federal‑level environment.
• Experience working in a Conduct of Operations/Quality Assurance environment.
• Strong mathematical acumen.
• Exceptional ability to learn diverse skills and concepts.
• Bachelor's Degree in a STEM, Business Management, Quality Assurance or related field.

Note to Applicants: Applicants must be US Citizens and be able to obtain a DOE Q‑Clearance.

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China (including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau) and citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents (green card holders), are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Work Environment

Work Schedule

This is a full‑time onsite position. The position may require work hours outside of the normal work schedule in support of the weapons production mission to include occasional back/swing shift or weekend work.

Work Location

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Position Commitment

Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award‑winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

Additional Details

Directive 206.2: Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Clearance

Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance, and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.

Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

New-Employment Drug Test

The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new‑employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre‑offer.

Regular Position

Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular‑status positions are converted to regular status.

Internal Applicants

Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity

Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to [e-mail] or call 1-505-664-6947 option 2.