Nuclear & Radiation Analyst (All-Level)

Nuclear & Radiation Analyst / Subject Matter Expert (SME)

The successful candidate will provide subject matter nuclear and radiological expertise in support of Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, Explosives (CBRNE) Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) threat analysis, nuclear and radiological detection, nuclear policy and plans, nuclear operations and emergency response, and nuclear weapons. The candidate may also develop or contribute to CBRNE Research & Development (R&D) projects for nuclear and radiological efforts; perform modeling and simulation of capabilities or programs to detect or discover nuclear and radiological material; provide technical and technology advice for acquisition support of nuclear and radiological systems; perform or lead independent verification and validation, or related peer review, for nuclear and radiological dispersion software, programs, technologies and strategies.

The responsibilities of the team member may include: 

• Researching and providing guidance on leading-edge technologies, particularly as they relate to nuclear and radiological detection
• Evaluating the feasibility of technical approaches to problems
• Reviewing nuclear and radiological related technical reports and providing critiques of methods and results
• Developing and evaluating scientific capability strategies 
• Developing test and evaluation methodologies
• Assessing the efficacy, safety, lifecycle costs of proposed or realized scientific solutions
• Developing, monitoring, and maintaining a central repository of technical program information (e.g. reports, requirements, etc.)
• Organizing, coordinating, and participating in meetings, discussions, and seminars on nuclear and radiological threat and detection technology topics
• Communicating scientific findings to technical and non-technical audiences as needed

*This is a future opportunity 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s of Science Degree. Degrees may be in nuclear engineering, physics, health physics/radiation protection. Degrees with professional experience in the nuclear and radiological fields in biology, chemistry, explosives, applied mathematics, civil/mechanical/environmental/electrical engineering will be considered.
• SECRET clearance (or Eligibility to obtain a minimum of an Interim Secret clearance)

All Level: 

• Analyst Junior-Level: 0-2 years of professional work experience
• $67,800 - $105,975
• Sr. Analyst Mid-Level: 3-5 years of professional work experience
• $74,500 - $116,425
• SME 1  Senior-Level: 5-10 years of professional work experience
• $90,300 - $141,075
• SME 2 Expert-Level: 10 or more years of professional work experience
• $109,100 - $170,450

Desired Qualifications

• Comfort reading, analyzing, & critiquing scientific manuscripts, similar to a peer-review process
• Comfort discussing technical aspects of laboratory research
• Expertise in the field of threats of interest to domestic national security
• Excellent communication to include technical writing and editing, oral communication, interpersonal and organization skills, critical thinking, and people skills to engage performers and PMs 
• Publications, patents, or other documented evidence of expertise in these fields
• Self-motivation and the ability to map out paths to success, including trouble shooting and independently reviewing instructions and guidance to complete 
• Evidence of providing scientific guidance to stakeholders, both written and verbally, targeting both technical and non-technical audiences. This evidence may be in the form of conference talks, industry days, publications, feasibility analyses, or market research regarding state-of-art technologies and their implications
• Experience providing strategic scientific guidance, such as technology roadmaps, feasibility analysis, and market research regarding the boundaries of state-of-art technology
• Experience supporting technology transition from research and development to operational use.
• Experience supporting DoD
• Demonstrated strong technical writing skills, targeting both technical and non-technical audiences
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially PowerPoint, Excel, and Project)
• PhD in Nuclear Engineering or nuclear/radiological field
• Candidates with a Secret (Top Secret/SCI) clearance are strongly preferred

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI, and Noblis MSD tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Learn more at Noblis -About Us

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Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.

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