Senior Nonproliferation System Engineer

Requisition Id 13775 

Overview:  

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an extraordinary 80-year history of solving the nation’s biggest problems. We have a dedicated and creative staff of over 6,000 people! Our vision for diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) is to cultivate an environment and practices that foster diversity in ideas and in the people across the organization, as well as to ensure ORNL is recognized as a workplace of choice. These elements are critical for enabling the execution of ORNL’s broader mission to accelerate scientific discoveries and their translation into energy, environment, and security solutions for the nation.\

The Nuclear Nonproliferation Division (NND) performs a wide range of scientific, technical, and programmatic activities in all facets of the nuclear enterprise from nonproliferation to research and development (R&D) pertaining to nuclear materials processing, management, and transportation. The Verification Technologies group within NND at ORNL seeks applications for a Senior Nonproliferation Systems Engineer.

We are seeking a candidate who will apply an engineering skillset in collaboration with project managers, domain experts, and other researchers to advance verification systems for nuclear material control & accounting, international safeguards, and arms control applications. This work includes the development of research proposals, support for working groups and strategic efforts, and reporting of R&D results in peer-reviewed journal publications, conference papers and technical reports.

Major Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Develop technical approaches and integrated systems to support the verification needs as applied to nuclear material control & accounting, international safeguards, and arms control applications.
• Provide technical leadership for projects, working with customers to meet deliverables and address and resolve technical and/or system issues.
• Document and/or publish technical work as appropriate in user manuals, technical reports, journals, and conference papers.
• Develop and lead research proposals to generate new funding.
• Mentor staff who are new to nonproliferation missions.
• Perform work activities in nuclear and/or radiological facilities/environments.
• Some domestic and international travel may be required.
• All team members deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

• PhD in engineering, scientific, nonproliferation, or related field and six (6) years of relevant experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

• Experience with domestic and/or international nuclear safeguards and security.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to excel in a team environment with peers, mentors, and non-subject matter experts.
• Knowledge of traditional and/or advanced nuclear fuel cycles.
• Knowledge of International Atomic Energy Agency international safeguards and/or the Nuclear Regulatory Commission material control and accountancy.
• Proficiency in one or more CAD software packages for mechanical and/or electronics design (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoDesk, Altium, OrCAD).
• Proficiency with one or more scientific programming languages for data analysis (e.g., Python, Matlab, R).
• Experience in one or more of the following areas desired:
  • Software development (in C++, C#, Python, Java, or similar) for desktop or embedded computing platforms including the use of integrated development environments, object-oriented programming, and version control systems (e.g., GIT).
  • Design of mechanical parts, enclosures, and complex systems including creation of 3D models, 2D detail drawings, selection of commercial of-the-shelf parts, creation of bills of material, and material selection for fabrication.
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB) design from requirements through schematic capture, layout, routing, and fabrication.

Special Requirements:

Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Benefits at ORNL: 

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain dedicated people! The laboratory offers many employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to help you and your family live happy and healthy. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also provided for convenience.

Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.

If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov

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This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

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ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply.  UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.