R&D Nuclear Engineer: National Security Analytics

Sandia National Laboratories; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque is seeking an R&D Nuclear Engineer to analyze worldwide nuclear material holdings and assess security status using all-source intelligence. You will research technical topics, evaluate information, and produce analytical reports while building expertise in physical security, nuclear materials, and risk assessment concepts.

As you progress, you may contribute to and lead publications on topics related to nuclear materials security and associated

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with ability to perform independent research and development.
• Active DOE Q clearance (or equivalent) to start, plus ability to obtain and maintain a SCI which may include a polygraph examination.
• Graduate degree in Nuclear Engineering or related field where independent research was required.
• Operational experience with radiological and/or nuclear facilities.
• Experience performing radiation transport modeling.
• Knowledge of criticality safety and criticality analyses.
• Strong verbal and written communications; ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to understand, synthesize, and draw insights from multiple data streams.
• Experience producing finished analytic products for the Intelligence Community.
• Active SCI security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze worldwide nuclear material holdings and assess security status.
• Research technical topics and produce written analytical reports.
• Develop strong technical understanding of physical security, nuclear materials, and risk concepts.
• Lead publications on topics related to nuclear materials security and related technologies.
• A writing sample may be requested prior to interviews.

Skills

Analytical writing

Verbal and written communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Independent research

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline

Graduate degree in Nuclear Engineering or related field

Job description

Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque is seeking an R&D Nuclear Engineer to analyze worldwide nuclear material holdings and assess security status using all-source intelligence. You will research technical topics, evaluate information, and produce analytical reports while building expertise in physical security, nuclear materials, and risk assessment concepts.

As you progress, you may contribute to and lead publications on topics related to nuclear materials security and associated