... a direct pathway into one of the most elite and intellectually demanding communities in the U.S ... Upon graduation, you'll begin a 5-year active-duty contract as a Naval Nuclear Propulsion Officer ...
... a direct pathway into one of the most elite and intellectually demanding communities in the U.S ... Upon graduation, you'll begin a 5-year active-duty contract as a Naval Nuclear Propulsion Officer ...
... a direct pathway into one of the most elite and intellectually demanding communities in the U.S ... Upon graduation, you'll begin a 5-year active-duty contract as a Naval Nuclear Propulsion Officer ...
... a direct pathway into one of the most elite and intellectually demanding communities in the U.S ... Upon graduation, you'll begin a 5-year active-duty contract as a Naval Nuclear Propulsion Officer ...
... a direct pathway into one of the most elite and intellectually demanding communities in the U.S ... Upon graduation, you'll begin a 5-year active-duty contract as a Naval Nuclear Propulsion Officer ...
... a direct pathway into one of the most elite and intellectually demanding communities in the U.S ... Upon graduation, you'll begin a 5-year active-duty contract as a Naval Nuclear Propulsion Officer ...
... a direct pathway into one of the most elite and intellectually demanding communities in the U.S ... Upon graduation, you'll begin a 5-year active-duty contract as a Naval Nuclear Propulsion Officer ...
... a direct pathway into one of the most elite and intellectually demanding communities in the U.S ... Upon graduation, you'll begin a 5-year active-duty contract as a Naval Nuclear Propulsion Officer ...
... a direct pathway into one of the most elite and intellectually demanding communities in the U.S ... Upon graduation, you'll begin a 5-year active-duty contract as a Naval Nuclear Propulsion Officer ...
... a direct pathway into one of the most elite and intellectually demanding communities in the U.S ... Upon graduation, you'll begin a 5-year active-duty contract as a Naval Nuclear Propulsion Officer ...
... a direct pathway into one of the most elite and intellectually demanding communities in the U.S ... Upon graduation, you'll begin a 5-year active-duty contract as a Naval Nuclear Propulsion Officer ...
... a direct pathway into one of the most elite and intellectually demanding communities in the U.S ... Upon graduation, you'll begin a 5-year active-duty contract as a Naval Nuclear Propulsion Officer ...
Naval Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate (NUPOC) Program - TX
Rio Grande City, TX · On-site
$150K/yr
... a direct pathway into one of the most elite and intellectually demanding communities in the U.S ... Upon graduation, you'll begin a 5-year active-duty contract as a Naval Nuclear Propulsion Officer ...
Naval Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate (NUPOC) Program - TX
Rio Grande City, TX · On-site
$150K/yr
... a direct pathway into one of the most elite and intellectually demanding communities in the U.S ... Upon graduation, you'll begin a 5-year active-duty contract as a Naval Nuclear Propulsion Officer ...
... or nuclear work control strategies. * Ensure direct reports perform field walk downs with all ... Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security.
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... or nuclear work control strategies. * Ensure direct reports perform field walk downs with all ... Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security.
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... for a nuclear fuel fabrication facility to protect personnel, nuclear materials, sensitive ... Direct the secure receipt, processing, storage, transmission, reproduction, and destruction of ...
... for a nuclear fuel fabrication facility to protect personnel, nuclear materials, sensitive ... Direct the secure receipt, processing, storage, transmission, reproduction, and destruction of ...
Monitor congressional developments related to advanced nuclear energy, energy security, defense ... Direct applicants only. No recruiters or staffing agencies, please. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Monitor congressional developments related to advanced nuclear energy, energy security, defense ... Direct applicants only. No recruiters or staffing agencies, please. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Director / Senior Director, Federal Government Affairs About Aalo Atomics Aalo Atomics is ... Monitor congressional developments related to advanced nuclear energy, energy security, defense ...
Director / Senior Director, Federal Government Affairs About Aalo Atomics Aalo Atomics is ... Monitor congressional developments related to advanced nuclear energy, energy security, defense ...
Project Engineer II
Oak Ridge, TN · On-site
S. Department of Energy, the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), and commercial ... or the Director of Engineering. Perform essential project engineering functions involving ...
Project Engineer II
Oak Ridge, TN · On-site
S. Department of Energy, the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), and commercial ... or the Director of Engineering. Perform essential project engineering functions involving ...
National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), a semi-autonomous agency within the U.S ... Direct management of laboratory budgets, financial planning, and resource allocation while ...
National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), a semi-autonomous agency within the U.S ... Direct management of laboratory budgets, financial planning, and resource allocation while ...
S. Department of Energy, the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), and commercial ... or the Director of Engineering. Perform essential project engineering functions involving ...
S. Department of Energy, the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), and commercial ... or the Director of Engineering. Perform essential project engineering functions involving ...
Project Engineer II
Oak Ridge, TN · On-site
S. Department of Energy, the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), and commercial ... or the Director of Engineering. Perform essential project engineering functions involving ...
Project Engineer II
Oak Ridge, TN · On-site
S. Department of Energy, the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), and commercial ... or the Director of Engineering. Perform essential project engineering functions involving ...
Monitor congressional developments related to advanced nuclear energy, energy security, defense ... Direct applicants only. No recruiters or staffing agencies, please. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Monitor congressional developments related to advanced nuclear energy, energy security, defense ... Direct applicants only. No recruiters or staffing agencies, please. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Systems Engineer
Millersville, MD · On-site
$100K - $150K/yr
Direct experience working under 10 CFR 73 (e.g., §§ 73.46, 73.55) * Experience with NEI security guidance and NRC inspection procedures (IP 71130 series) * Prior work with nuclear utilities, EPC ...
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Systems Engineer
Millersville, MD · On-site
$100K - $150K/yr
Direct experience working under 10 CFR 73 (e.g., §§ 73.46, 73.55) * Experience with NEI security guidance and NRC inspection procedures (IP 71130 series) * Prior work with nuclear utilities, EPC ...
Monitor congressional developments related to advanced nuclear energy, energy security, defense ... Direct applicants only. No recruiters or staffing agencies, please.
Monitor congressional developments related to advanced nuclear energy, energy security, defense ... Direct applicants only. No recruiters or staffing agencies, please.
Project Engineer
Oak Ridge, TN · On-site
S. Department of Energy, the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), and commercial ... or the Director of Engineering. Perform essential project engineering functions involving ...
Project Engineer
Oak Ridge, TN · On-site
S. Department of Energy, the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), and commercial ... or the Director of Engineering. Perform essential project engineering functions involving ...
S. Department of Energy, the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), and commercial ... or the Director of Engineering. Perform essential project engineering functions involving ...
S. Department of Energy, the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), and commercial ... or the Director of Engineering. Perform essential project engineering functions involving ...
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Naval Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate (NUPOC) Program - TX
Corpus Christi, TX
U.S. Navy
• National Security • 10K+ employees10,000+ employees
$150K/yr
Full-time
Medical, Retirement
Re-posted 24 days ago
United States Navy rating
6.4
Based on 381 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
Job description
Location: Nationwide (training in Charleston, SC; potential duty stations worldwide) Pay: ~$70,000 annually while in college; $80,000–$90,000 starting post-graduation; $150,000+ by the end of a 5-year contract Bonus: $30,000 upon acceptance
About the Program
The NUPOC Program offers a direct pathway into one of the most elite and intellectually demanding communities in the U.S. Navy. While completing your degree, you’ll receive full pay and benefits as an active-duty Ensign. Upon graduation, you’ll begin a 5-year active-duty contract as a Naval Nuclear Propulsion Officer, leading highly trained teams and managing the operation of the world’s most advanced nuclear-powered submarines and aircraft carriers.
What You’ll Do
As a NUPOC officer, you’ll select one of several career tracks, each offering unique leadership opportunities:
Submarine Officer
- Lead as one of only a handful of officers aboard a nuclear-powered fast-attack or ballistic missile submarine.
- Responsible for the safe operation of the reactor, ship systems, and navigation.
- Gain hands-on experience in tactics, intelligence, and nuclear propulsion while serving in one of the most challenging environments on Earth.
Aircraft Carrier (Surface Nuclear) Officer
- Lead the reactor department aboard a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, the centerpiece of American naval power.
- Oversee teams managing propulsion and electrical systems that keep a 100,000-ton warship and its air wing operational.
- Combine engineering leadership with strategic-level operations experience.
Nuclear Power School Instructor
- Teach newly commissioned officers the fundamentals of nuclear science and reactor operations at the Navy’s Nuclear Power School in Charleston, SC.
- Develop the next generation of nuclear-trained officers through rigorous academic instruction in thermodynamics, reactor physics, and systems engineering.
- Sharpen your own technical expertise while building mentorship and teaching skills.
Training Reactor Instructor
- Train officer and enlisted students on a prototype naval reactor — an operational, land-based nuclear plant.
- Oversee students as they perform watchstanding, drills, and reactor operations in real-world conditions.
- Gain unique experience blending engineering leadership, reactor operations, and high-stakes training.
Naval Reactors Engineer
- Serve in Washington, D.C. at Naval Reactors Headquarters, the program that Admiral Rickover built.
- Work directly with civilian engineers, shipyards, and national laboratories to design, develop, and maintain nuclear propulsion systems for the entire fleet.
- Gain unmatched technical project management experience at the intersection of engineering and policy.
Benefits
- Compensation & Stability:
- ~$70,000 annually while still in school
- $80,000–$90,000 starting salary after graduation
- $150,000+ annual earning potential by the end of your initial 5-year contract
- $30,000 signing bonus upon acceptance
- Full active-duty benefits (healthcare, housing allowance, retirement accrual)
- Career Growth:
- Accelerated leadership training
- Hands-on experience with advanced nuclear propulsion technology
- Career flexibility across Navy communities and post-service civilian careers
- Education Support:
- Possible graduate school opportunities
- World-class nuclear training pipeline in Charleston, SC
Eligibility Requirements
- U.S. Citizen
- At least 19 years old and no older than 29 at commissioning (waivers possible)
- Currently enrolled in or completed:
- Calculus I & II
- Physics I & II with calculus
- No specific major required — applicants from all degree programs are eligible if coursework requirements are met
- Strong academic performance
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