Nuclear Safety Support Subject Matter Expert (3113)

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting a Nuclear Safety Support Subject Matter Expert for Piketon, OH. 

Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client’s success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense.

Typical job responsibilities will include Nuclear Safety analysis and Document Development, review of system design; review, checking and commenting on safety analysis documents and calculations prepared by peer engineers and subcontractors; engineering studies and report preparation; and engineering computer modeling as assigned. The specific work assignment may include duties or activities in one or more of the following functional areas, in addition to other duties as assigned.

• Provide expert analysis and assistance for NS matters.
• Prepare and revise NS analysis, calculations, and safety basis documentation.
• Prepare Safety Basis Changes, NS Evaluations, Unreviewed Safety Question Determinations and Unreviewed Safety Question Determination (USQD) Screenings.
• Evaluate existing site operations, modifications, and new operations for compliance with the Safety Basis and Nuclear Criticality Safety codes and standards, federal, state, or local statutes, and Nuclear Criticality Safety regulations.
• Perform inspections, identify, and assess hazards; develop recommendations on Nuclear Safety issues.
• Develop Nuclear Safety procedures and guides.
• Work with Engineering to provide technical guidance to project personnel.
• It is desirable that the SMEs be familiar with Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Site and its current Safety Basis, NCS program, and change control processes.

Requirements

• Bachelors of Engineering (or equivalent technical degree) and 8 years’ experience.
• Experience in safety basis development
• Experience in the calculations as well as software quality assurance.
• This position can be a combination of remote and onsite work.  Travel to the site will be required.

Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required. 

Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. 

EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled 

Benefits

• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)