Security Officer (Pipeline6.2027)

BWX Technologies, Inc.; Erwin (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Mentorship programs

Inclusive workplace

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

BWX Technologies, Inc. and Nuclear Fuel Services (NFS) are seeking a Security Officer to protect critical assets and personnel through armed presence at fixed posts or patrols. You will deter SNM risks and uphold safety and security standards at a national security–sensitive site.

You will enforce site policies, assess alarms, control access, conduct patrols, and participate in training and drills to demonstrate proficiency and compliance with 10 CFR 73 requirements and related procedures.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to pass any state or federally required training or other qualifications for licensing.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q and NRC U security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a deterrent for the protection Special Nuclear Material (SNM).
• Maintain compliance with all site policies, procedures, directives and Code of Federal Regulations 10 CFR 73.45, 73.46
• Assess alarms, investigate and report suspicious activities and/or circumstances
• Identify safety and/or fire hazards and make recommendations for improvement
• Report degradation, deficiencies and accidents in accordance with current procedures and take appropriate corrective actions as directed by Security Supervision.
• Control access of personnel, vehicles and materials into the protected area
• Perform protected area, vital area and fire watch patrols
• Perform compensatory postings and escort duties as directed by Security Force Supervision and in accordance with current procedures and directives
• Perform surveillance tests and inspections and test alarm systems such as metal detectors, explosive detectors, x-ray machines, perimeter alarms, protected and vital area alarms, and fire alarms.
• Must maintain job task proficiency in accordance with 10 CFR 73 App B

Skills

Pass training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

DOE Q and NRC U security clearance

Job description

Nuclear Fuel Services (NFS) is a division of BWX Technologies. At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com .

Security Officer

Position Overview:

Provides physical security by their armed presence at fixed posts or patrols to protect NFS interests from theft, sabotage and other hostile acts that may cause an adverse impact on National Security and/ or health and safety of employees, public or environment.

Your Day to Day as a Security Officer:

• Serve as a deterrent for the protection Special Nuclear Material (SNM).
• Maintain compliance with all site policies, procedures, directives and Code of Federal Regulations 10 CFR 73.45, 73.46
• Assess alarms, investigate and report suspicious activities and/or circumstances
• Identify safety and/or fire hazards and make recommendations for improvement
• Report degradation, deficiencies and accidents in accordance with current procedures and take appropriate corrective actions as directed by Security Supervision.
• Control access of personnel, vehicles and materials into the protected area
• Perform protected area, vital area and fire watch patrols
• Perform compensatory postings and escort duties as directed by Security Force Supervision and in accordance with current procedures and directives
• Perform surveillance tests and inspections and test alarm systems such as metal detectors, explosive detectors, x-ray machines, perimeter alarms, protected and vital area alarms, and fire alarms.
• Must maintain job task proficiency in accordance with 10 CFR 73 App B
  • Participates in cognitive and performance based training.
  • Participates in performance based testing to demonstrate job proficiency to include job knowledge and skills.
• Meet and maintain requirements established by site policies and procedures.
• Meet and maintain physical fitness requirements established by site policies and procedures for Armed Security Police Officers.
• Respond to contingency events in accordance with appropriate procedures and as directed by Security Force Supervision.
• Participate in security drills, practical exercises and required training programs as directed
• Maintain periodic qualification of academic requirements including (Radiation protection, Access Control, etc.)
• Maintain periodic qualification of armed response, physical fitness and weapon requirements
• Adhere to regulatory fatigue orders and work hours tracking requirements
• Ensure house-keeping expectations are met
• Maintain all required qualifications for site access

Required Qualifications:

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to pass any state or federally required training or other qualifications for licensing.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q and NRC U security clearance.

What We Offer :

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Pai d time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
• An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!

Pay: $30.71

The starting rate for this position in Tennessee (US-TN) is $30.71 per hour. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, retirement and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment and are subject to a collective bargaining agreement.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening. In addition, the position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and reference verifications.

BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.

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