Nuclear Engineer

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world's leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS' expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.

We currently have an exciting position for an experienced Nuclear Engineer to support our Nuclear Technologies and Materials (NTM) division in San Diego, CA. Under limited direction, this position exercises considerable latitude in analyzing and evaluating advanced reactor designs with respect to reactor physics. This position will require a working knowledge of reactor neutronics and will interface with thermal fluid engineers to develop innovative advanced core design technical and engineering solutions to meet complex requirements for advanced nuclear energy applications.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Independently performs difficult / complex engineering work with instructions as to the general expected results.

Provides practical support solutions to technical engineering problems in reactor fuel cycle analysis and safety design and operation to support startup, full power operation, shutdown, and accident response of the nuclear reactor core and supporting heat transfer systems.

Prepare and review reactor design documents with emphasis from a neutronics perspective.

Documents findings and communicates reports and technical presentations at engineering meetings, and participates in program reviews.

Provides technical support to other staff members working on engineering analyses for thermal / fluids analysis, nuclear systems evaluations and core / assembly analysis.

Supports future NTM engineering needs and actions required to accomplish technical goals.

Addresses technical issues requiring novel and creative approaches to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of work that resolves unusual or complex engineering problems.

May assume technical and engineering responsibility for the success of key projects.

May represent the Company as a technical contact to customers and / or government regulatory agencies.

May coordinate segments of a project and have frequent inter-organization and customer contact on technical issues.

Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive information.

Works in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

Performs other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

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Job Qualifications :

Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; six or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, four or more years of experience with a masters degree, or two or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.

Must have a complete understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts; and, expanding knowledge of principles, concepts, theory, and practices in related technical specialties.

Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly; apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and, determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems.

Must have excellent communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to perform complex tasks in one engineering area; and lead less experienced professional employees on semi-routine tasks.

Must possess complete understanding and knowledge of reactor design and specialized knowledge of nuclear reactor core physics during startup, operation, and accidents which should include some of the following :

Cross section analysis - develop customized nuclide data libraries for neutronics codes.

Thermal / Fluids analysis - systems analysis and evaluations of thermal-fluid systems including active and passive residual heat removal systems.

Nuclear systems evaluations - steady state operation, reactivity transients, loss of flow and loss of coolant evaluations and protection systems response.

Core / Assembly analysis - reactor core, fuel assembly and fuel rod / plate analysis, fuel temperature evaluation, radiative heat transfer, and pressure loss evaluation.

Computer code expertise including MCNP, OpenMC, SCALE or NEAMS-based codes

Prior experience operating a research, test, US Navy, or commercial nuclear reactor is desirable.

A Professional Engineering License is desirable.

The ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Salary : $98,100 - $171,398 Travel Percentage Required 0 - 25 Relocation Assistance Provided Provided US Citizenship Required? Yes Clearance Required? Desired Clearance Level Mid-Level (3-7 years) Workstyle Onsite

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. To learn more visit Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.