About this opportunity
Naval Nuclear Laboratory lists this Nuclear Engineer (Thermal/Hydraulic), Associate (Entry Level) opportunity in town of niskayuna, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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.
Job Description
Are you a prospective or recent college graduate with a strong interest in reactor engineering and analysis, and want to work with world class engineers that support the world's best Navy? The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is seeking an entry level nuclear engineer that will perform both thermal and hydraulic analyses in support of the nuclear reactors that power the FORD Class Aircraft Carrier Fleet. The selected candidate will join a multidisciplinary reactor performance analysis team that is responsible for routine and emergent support of the FORD Class; this includes performing reactor system performance analyses, supporting reactor core manufacturing, and developing reactor system performance improvements.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to learn thermal and hydraulic analysis codes used for reactor performance analyses, prepare and execute analyses using high performance computing systems, and make determinations regarding reactor plant performance and operations.
Join our mission-focused team and support the U.S. Navy's nuclear-powered fleet!
Required Combination Of Knowledge And Skill
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related engineering or science field; or
Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related engineering or science field.
Preferred Skills
Degree in nuclear engineering is preferred, but not required.
Strong initiative to learn and apply new skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience using Microsoft Excel.
Experience with scripting languages such as Python.
Background (academic and/or professional) in thermal/hydraulic design and analysis.
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
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Pay Range
$63,900.00 - $97,800.00 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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