RADIATION SAFETY ANALYST 2

Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and

Vision plan

On-site health centers

401K and planning tools

Job summary

Newport News Shipbuilding seeks a Radiation Safety professional to evaluate, implement, and manage radioactive waste programs. The role ensures compliance with safety and regulatory standards, develops training, and guides decontamination and emergency procedures for shipyard operations.

Successful candidates will monitor exposures, maintain procedures, and coordinate with NRC/State agencies. A relevant degree and security clearance readiness are required, with strong emphasis on safety culture

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field with experience in radioactive waste management.
• Certification in radiation safety and related training.
• Ability to obtain and maintain security clearances as required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and implements radioactive waste management programs.
• Develops policies for inspection standards, decontamination, and emergency procedures.
• Controls exposures, environmental releases, and contamination levels.
• Keeps current with NRC/Virginia regulations and trains staff as needed.

Skills

Radiation safety

IRRSP certification

RAD Physical

DoD clearance

Education

Bachelor's Degree + 2 years exempt experience

Master's Degree + 0 year experience

NNS Apprentice School graduate

NNPS graduate

Associate's Degree + 2 years exempt or 4 years non-exempt

Military Paygrade E-5+

HS/GED + 4 years experience

HS/GED + 8 years experience

Job description

Req ID: 49105

Team: K40 RADIOGRAPHIC INSPECTION

Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Full-Time

Shift: 1st

Relocation: No relocation assistance available

Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirements: No

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Salary Range: $84,000.00 to $106,000.00

The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range

Meet HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding

With more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world.

The Role

Evaluates, implements, and controls companys radioactive waste management programs and procedures to protect against radiation hazards. Recommends and develops policies for inspection standards, decontamination procedures, emergency procedures, waste handling, and disposal services. Controls personnel radiation exposures, environmental releases, and surface-type contaminants. Stays abreast of federal, state, local, and industry radiation protection regulations and ensures that radiation levels are in compliance with standards. May develop and direct radiation training and monitoring programs.

Must Have

• Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of relevant exempt experience;
• Master's Degree and 0 year of relevant professional experience
• One of the following may be used as an equivalent to Bachelor's Degree :
• NNS Apprentice School graduate
• Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate
• Associate's Degree or other formal 2 year program and 2 years of relevant exempt experience or 4 years of relevant non-exempt experience
• Military Paygrade E-5 or above military experience
• High School/GED and 4 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience or other relevant exempt experience
• High School/GED and 8 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience or other relevant non-exempt experience

Nice to Have

Assists RSO Manager in the development of policies for safely utilizing a radiography source onboard commissioned Navy vessels and training facilities, within temporary area operations, in permanent radiography areas and during emergency situations involving an irretrievable (hung-out) source. Assists in the development of policies for inspection standards, emergency procedures, and standard operating procedures. Assists RSO Manager in the control and management of personnel radiation exposures. Coordinates shipping and receiving radioactive materials within DOT/ NRC regulations. Maintains all associated radiography equipment and calibration. Monitors and controls exposure to personnel and the environment. Stays abreast of NRC and Virginia Radiation Health Department regulations and ensures that radiation levels and personnel exposures are in compliance with standards. Assists RSO Manager in the development and administration of K40 radiation safety training and safety monitoring programs. Radiography experience is preferred for this position. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain IRRSP, a 3rd party certification and must be able to pass a RAD Physical. Must be able to obtain and maintain a minimum of Confidential DoD Clearance.

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.