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Cantos Ventures

Nuclear Engineer, Sensors

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

This includes radiation detection, neutron flux monitoring, and instrumentation design and ... Bachelor's degree in nuclear engineering or equivalent degree from an accredited institution. * 1 ...

Radiant

Nuclear Engineer, Sensors

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$106K - $146K/yr

This includes radiation detection, neutron flux monitoring, and instrumentation design and ... Bachelor's degree in nuclear engineering or equivalent degree from an accredited institution. * 1 ...

Niowave Inc.

Nuclear Engineer

Lansing, MI

$89K - $107K/yr

Knowledge, familiarity, and experience with the following: * fundamental concepts in nuclear engineering including: radiation transport, radiation detection methods, radiation interactions with ...

HEICO

STE - System Engineer

Santa Barbara, CA

The System Engineer will contribute to the development, design, and delivery of STE's industry-leading radiation detection systems. These systems will be delivered to STE's customers, forming a key ...

Heico

STE - System Engineer

Santa Barbara, CA · On-site

The System Engineer will contribute to the development, design, and delivery of STE's industry-leading radiation detection systems. These systems will be delivered to STE's customers, forming a key ...

ApplyMint

Software Development Engineer

Oak Ridge, TN · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

This position offers opportunities to work on radiation detection instruments, cloud-connected ... Software Engineering & Product Development * Participate in the design, architecture ...

HEICO

STE - System Engineer

Goleta, CA · On-site

The System Engineer will contribute to the development, design, and delivery of STE's industry-leading radiation detection systems. These systems will be delivered to STE's customers, forming a key ...

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Intrinsic Radiation Post Master's Student

Los Alamos, NM • On-site

Los Alamos National Laboratory
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Job Title Intrinsic Radiation Post Master's Student
Location Los Alamos, NM, US
Organization Name XTD-RTA/X-Theoretical Design Radiation Transport Applications
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What You Will Do
The Radiation Transport Applications Group (XTD-RTA) at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is searching for post master's students to support intrinsic radiation calculations in our group. We are seeking candidates with a background in nuclear engineering, health physics, or a closely related field with demonstrated proficiency in MCNP (or similar).
About XTD-RTA
The Radiation Transport Applications Group (XTD-RTA) of the X-Theoretical Division provides radiation transport modeling and simulation capabilities in support of the laboratory's missions. We deliver high-quality analysis and understanding of radiation transport and analysis issues for an array of DOE missions, including stockpile modernization, global nuclear security, criticality safety and weapon effects. Our teams apply a wide variety of tools to model and investigate modern and historic experimental diagnostics, intrinsic radiation, radiation detection and measurement, shielding design, criticality safety, nuclear threat reduction and response, radiation health protection, and nuclear weapons effects.

What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
  • Located Demonstrated proficiency with MCNP
  • Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a team environment, including exhibiting professional conduct in interactions with co-workers and supervisors.
  • Willingness to learn new skills and be flexible in work assignments.
Clearance:
Applicants must have the ability to obtain a Q-clearance, which typically requires U.S. Citizenship.
Education/Experience: Masters in nuclear engineering, health physics, or a related discipline completed within the last 5 years or will have completed all degree requirements by commencement of appointment. Applications from candidates who will earn their degree by the time of appointment are accepted.
Desired Qualifications:
  • Located Knowledge of the effects of radiation on electronics and/or materials.
  • Experience in experimental design and execution, data collection, and data analysis, preferably in the area of radiation detection and instrumentation.
  • CAD experience
  • High Performance Computing (HPC) experience
  • Demonstrated scientific productivity and communication as evidenced by publications and presentations.
Work Environment:
Work Location : The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Note to Applicants:
Please attach a resume and a detailed cover letter addressing all required and desired skills. Please note that without a resume and cover letter your application will not be considered.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
  • PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Free basic life and disability insurance
  • Paid childbirth and parental leave
  • Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
  • Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
  • Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
  • Onsite gyms and wellness programs
  • Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance, and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.
Employment Status Full Time
Appointment Type GRA
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