Senior Nuclear Engineer - Shielding & Submarine Systems

HII; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport News Shipbuilding in Virginia is seeking a senior role focused on shielding for future submarine designs. The position involves analyses, design development, and cost/span reduction efforts, with collaboration across internal teams and external partners.

Candidates typically hold an ABET-accredited engineering degree, with advanced degrees valued. Relocation assistance is available, and US citizenship is required for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Experience conducting shielding analyses and developing shield designs.
• Strong collaboration with internal and external teams for design optimization.

Responsibilities

• Conduct shielding analyses and development of shield designs and methods.
• Support shielding construction methods, cost and span reduction efforts.

Skills

Nuclear engineering

Shielding design

Python

Linux/Unix

Monte Carlo radiation simulation

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Master’s degree in a related field

Ph.D. in a relevant field

Tools

Python

Linux/Unix

Monte Carlo simulations

Job description

Newport News Shipbuilding in Virginia is seeking a senior role focused on shielding for future submarine designs. The position involves analyses, design development, and cost/span reduction efforts, with collaboration across internal teams and external partners.

Candidates typically hold an ABET-accredited engineering degree, with advanced degrees valued. Relocation assistance is available, and US citizenship is required for this role.