Nuclear Weapons Technical Reviewer – International Programs

Leidos; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos seeks an experienced Nuclear Weapons Technical Reviewer – International Programs to support NNSA, Defense Programs’ Office of International Programs, in Washington, DC. This role focuses on nuclear weapons tech, national security policy, and international defense cooperation with the US, UK, and NATO allies.

You will work with senior government stakeholders to facilitate compliant exchange of sensitive atomic information under US/UK MDA and NATO ATOMAL, including derivative classification

Qualifications

• Active DOE Q clearance or DoD TS clearance.
• 8+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's; 6+ years with a Master’s.
• Demonstrated expertise in nuclear weapons technologies or related activities.
• Experience handling accountable classified materials.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support international defense cooperation under US/UK MDA and NATO ATOMAL.
• Ensure compliance with nuclear information‑sharing requirements.
• Perform technical and regulatory reviews of documents for atomic information exchanges.
• Coordinate with NNSA Headquarters, DoW, and international partners.
• Develop and deliver training on protocols and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Nuclear weapons knowledge

Clearance handling

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering or related field

Master's degree

Job description

Job Summary

Must have an active DOE Q or DOD Top Secret clearance. Active, meaning the individual granted a clearance is briefed and currently occupies a position for which the clearance is required.

Leidos is seeking an experienced Nuclear Weapons Technical Reviewer – International Programs to support the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), Defense Programs' Office of International Programs, in Washington, DC. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of nuclear weapons technology, national security policy, and international defense cooperation, supporting critical partnerships between the United States, United Kingdom, and NATO allies. In this mission-critical role, you will leverage your nuclear weapons technical expertise and analytical skills to support international collaboration under the U.S./UK Mutual Defense Agreement and NATO ATOMAL Agreement. Working alongside senior government stakeholders and international partners, you will help facilitate the secure, compliant exchange of sensitive atomic information in support of U.S. and allied national security objectives. This is a full‑time position located at the customer site in Washington, DC. Some domestic travel is required, and international travel may be involved.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support international defense cooperation under the United States/United Kingdom (US/UK) Mutual Defense Agreement (MDA) and North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) ATOMAL Agreement, coordinating with the Department of War (DoW) and other U.S. Government stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with nuclear information‑sharing requirements by assisting the Chief of the Joint Atomic Information Exchange Group (JAIEG) in monitoring atomic information exchanges under the US/UK MDA and NATO ATOMAL Agreement.
• Conduct technical and regulatory reviews of documents to ensure the exchange of atomic information with foreign governments and regional defense organizations complies with the Atomic Energy Act and applicable international agreements.
• Collaborate with key U.S. and international stakeholders, maintaining close coordination with NNSA Headquarters, NNSA sites, DoW organizations, the British Embassy in Washington, the UK Ministry of Defence in London, and the UK Atomic Weapons Establishment.
• Develop and deliver specialized training on protocols, policies, and regulatory requirements governing the exchange of atomic information with the UK and NATO.
• Maintain and enhance information‑sharing procedures for the United States and United Kingdom, ensuring processes remain aligned with applicable requirements.
• Perform qualitative and quantitative analyses of large datasets to identify historical patterns, trends, and insights that support program activities.
• Support classified information management by obtaining and maintaining derivative classification authority to classify JAIEG‑produced documents, as required.

Required Qualifications

• Active Department of Energy (DOE) Q clearance or Department of Defense (DoD) Top Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated technical expertise in nuclear weapons technologies, programs, or related activities.
• Experience processing, safeguarding, and handling accountable classified materials.
• Ability to work both independently and with a team to achieve objectives.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a high‑tempo environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nuclear Engineering or a closely related technical field.
• Previous experience serving as a derivative classifier.
• Direct experience working with NNSA laboratories, plants, and sites; understanding of NNSA’s role in the nuclear deterrent.

Salary

Salary range for this position is $125K to $135K

Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.

Data Security

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Commitment and Diversity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.