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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior nuclear emergency preparedness in the United States is $27.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.39 and $31.25 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectSenior Nuclear Emergency PreparednessNuclear Emergency Coordinator
CertificationsTypically requires NRC certifications, emergency management trainingOften holds similar certifications, with focus on coordination skills
Work EnvironmentStrategic planning, policy development, high-level oversightOn-site response, incident management, operational coordination
Employer & Industry UsageUtilities, government agencies, nuclear facilitiesPower plants, emergency response teams, regulatory bodies

Senior Nuclear Emergency Preparedness professionals focus on strategic planning, policy development, and high-level oversight of nuclear emergency readiness. In contrast, Nuclear Emergency Coordinators are more involved in on-site incident response and operational coordination during emergencies. Both roles require similar certifications but differ in daily responsibilities and work environment.

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Infographic showing various Senior Nuclear Emergency Preparedness job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,798 per year, or $27.3 per hour.

Emergency Preparedness Engineer, Experienced

Naval Nuclear Laboratory

West Milton, NY • On-site

$106K - $166K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

About Us

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career? Apply today!

Job Description

The Kesselring Site Emergency Preparedness (EP) Unit is seeking an experienced Engineer to contribute to KS' non-nuclear/non?radiological hazard preparedness in partnership with our Emergency Response Organization (ERO). This role will be critical to maintaining site emergency response readiness and mitigation efforts, with a strong focus on complying with the program's implementation of DOE Order 151.1D. This position works to manage the KS compliance of program requirements regarding non-nuclear/non-radiological hazards in coordination and alignment with representatives from the other NNL DOE sites. This role offers opportunities to gain experience in the incident command field, have a mix of office and field work, and chances to benchmark practices at other Program sites.

As part of this role, the selected candidate will be responsible for KS' compliance to the program requirements stemming from the implementation of DOE Order 151.1D, this includes major site deliverables such as the Annual Stakeholders Preparedness Report and tri-annual Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment. You will have the opportunity to work directly with multiple leaders across site from both the Site and ERO leadership teams in order to develop and clarify requirements and provide update briefs to major items. You will help develop and evaluate major exercises for KS ERO, working with the rest of the EP unit along the way.

Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience; or Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience; or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; or Currently an Principal Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company.
Preferred Skills
  • Experience in project management
  • Experience with team building and working with cross sectional teams
  • Strong presentation skills
Compensation and Benefits
  • Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
  • Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
  • 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
  • Personal & Medical Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
  • Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Wellness Program
  • Visit us online to view all NNL benefits!
Pay Range
$106,200.00 - $166,000.00 annually
Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.

Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.

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