Nuclear Safeguards & MC&A Analyst - Enrichment Security

General Matter; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Medical, vision & dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

General Matter seeks a Nuclear Safeguards and Materials Control & Accountability (MC&A) Analyst/Engineer to join our team in Santa Monica, CA. You will ensure compliance with NRC, DOE, and IAEA safeguards, develop MC&A programs, and support operations by maintaining accurate material control and inventory tracking at a nuclear fuel cycle facility.

Key duties include reporting on material balances, reconciling discrepancies, preparing regulatory documentation, conducting risk assessments, and

Qualifications

• Evidence of exceptional ability (prior projects, portfolio of work, completed products, etc).
• Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals.
• Ability to perform trade studies and make clear recommendations using first principles and engineering fundamentals even with partial information.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field; advanced degrees may substitute for years of experience.
• Strong knowledge of NRC, DOE, and IAEA safeguards requirements and regulations.
• Proficiency in MC&A software and tools, including database management systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain MC&A programs to ensure compliance with NRC, DOE, and international safeguards regulations.
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on nuclear material balances, inventories, and movements to ensure accountability and regulatory compliance.
• Analyze and reconcile discrepancies in nuclear material accounting and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports and documentation related to nuclear material control and safeguards.
• Perform nuclear material risk assessments and vulnerability analyses, identifying and mitigating potential threats to material security.
• Collaborate with operations, security, and regulatory teams to support safe and compliant handling of nuclear materials.
• Assist in developing and conducting training programs for staff on MC&A and safeguards procedures.
• Represent the organization during audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews by agencies such as the NRC, DOE, and IAEA.
• Stay updated on evolving regulatory requirements and advancements in MC&A technologies and best practices.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Analytical thinking

Regulatory experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MC&A software

Job description

General Matter seeks a Nuclear Safeguards and Materials Control & Accountability (MC&A) Analyst/Engineer to join our team in Santa Monica, CA. You will ensure compliance with NRC, DOE, and IAEA safeguards, develop MC&A programs, and support operations by maintaining accurate material control and inventory tracking at a nuclear fuel cycle facility.

Key duties include reporting on material balances, reconciling discrepancies, preparing regulatory documentation, conducting risk assessments, and