Materials Scientist

4 days ago

Schenectady, New York, United States Naval Nuclear Laboratory Full time
About Us

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets.

Job Description

We are seeking an engineer to conduct research and testing of reactor core materials and systems with a focus on test sponsoring of irradiated poison materials.

Responsibilities
  • Cradle to grave test sponsor duties
  • Overseeing all aspects of tests including inception, sample creation, oversight during irradiations, specifying test conditions, post irradiation examination, and reporting results
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field and 4 years of relevant experience
  • Master's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field and 2 years of relevant experience
  • PhD degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or science related field
  • Currently or previously NPE qualified
  • CTE/ACRS and 1 year EOOW qualified in the Nuclear Operations Program
  • Watch Instructor and Refueling Facility Area Refueling Engineer and 1 year as SRE
Preferred Skills
  • Experience in materials testing and characterization including metallography, electron microscopy, and analysis of test results
  • Experience/understanding in material fabrication processes, including both ceramic and metallic materials
  • Experience with performing structural, thermal, or nuclear analyses of materials or components
  • Experience with design of experiments or other laboratory background
  • Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate technical information both verbally and in writing
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
Compensation and Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and voluntary benefits, disability, life, and accident insurance, 401(k) savings program, and capital accumulation plan, personal and 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), and wellness program.

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.

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.

Fluor Marine Propulsion is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Veterans/Disabilities) committed to workplace diversity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.

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