Principal Radiation Shielding Engineer

General Dynamics Electric Boat Corp.; New London (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat Corp. seeks a radiation shielding engineer to own shielding design and analysis for naval submarine programs.

You will develop and maintain analysis methods and software tools, balancing independent work with leading a small team to meet Naval requirements for minimum weight and cost efficiency. You will collaborate with designers, shipyards, Naval Nuclear Laboratories, and the Navy customer, with opportunities to grow under SME mentorship; MS or higher in nuclear

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nuclear Engineering required by Dec 2026.
• 5+ years of post graduate engineering experience.
• Experience in radiation transport analysis.

Responsibilities

• Own radiation shielding design and analysis.
• Develop and maintain analysis methods and software tools.
• Balance independent work with leading a small team to support mission.
• Interface with designers, shipyard personnel, Naval Nuclear Laboratories, and Navy customer.
• Collaborate with SMEs for growth and development.

Skills

Radiation transport analysis

5+ years experience

Analytical thinking

Education

Master's Degree in Nuclear Engineering

Tools

Python

C/C++

Job description

General Dynamics Electric Boat Corp. seeks a radiation shielding engineer to own shielding design and analysis for naval submarine programs.

You will develop and maintain analysis methods and software tools, balancing independent work with leading a small team to meet Naval requirements for minimum weight and cost efficiency. You will collaborate with designers, shipyards, Naval Nuclear Laboratories, and the Navy customer, with opportunities to grow under SME mentorship; MS or higher in nuclear