Senior Radiation Protection Specialist - Nuclear Facilities (DOE/LANL)

Company: LANL (Los Alamos National Laboratory)
Location: Los Alamos, NM | Hybrid
Compensation: $65-$70/hr
Schedule: 4/12 - aligned with subcontractor work schedule
Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required
Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Clearance
Organization: ALDPI / Pi-Proj
Access: Secure environment - unescorted and A-Level access required

About the Role

LANL (Los Alamos National Laboratory) is seeking a Senior Radiation Protection Specialist to support the design, construction, startup, and operational readiness of complex, high-hazard nuclear facility systems and projects at Los Alamos National Laboratory's TA-55 / PF-4 plutonium facility. In this role, you'll serve as the technical authority on Radiation Protection - guiding project teams, engineers, and construction crews in maintaining safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence in one of the nation's most demanding nuclear environments.

This is a senior-level, high-influence role for a radiation protection professional with deep DOE Category II or NRC nuclear facility experience who is ready to provide expert-level guidance and independent technical assessments on mission-critical national security projects.

Mandatory Requirements - Must Meet All to Be Considered

• Demonstrated experience in Radiation Protection - candidates without this will not be considered
• Experience supporting construction activities in a DOE Category II nuclear facility or NRC nuclear facility - candidates without this will not be considered
• Minimum 5 years of directly applicable experience in Radiation Protection and/or work planning in a DOE Category II nuclear facility - candidates without this will not be considered
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Clearance

What You'll Do

• Manage daily activities supporting design, construction, startup, and operations/maintenance of complex, high-hazard nuclear facility systems and projects
• Provide technical expertise in Radiation Protection, offering recommendations to project design, work control, and construction teams
• Conduct independent reviews and technical assessments in specialized areas to ensure project safety, compliance, and performance
• Interface with management personnel and customer representatives to communicate project status and technical recommendations
• Develop and enforce work standards and operational practices for nuclear facility activities
• Coordinate with functional organizations and project teams to ensure successful project execution
• Provide leadership support by assigning schedules, reviewing work quality, and communicating goals and policies to project personnel
• Support construction and project progress tracking, ensuring timely completion of assigned tasks
• Work in a secure environment requiring unescorted and A-Level access at TA-55 / PF-4

What You Bring

Required:

• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Clearance
• 8+ years of relevant experience, including 5+ years of directly applicable experience in Radiation Protection and/or work planning in a DOE Category II nuclear facility
• Experience supporting Radiation Protection programs in a regulated nuclear environment
• Experience supporting construction activities within a DOE Category II or NRC nuclear facility
• Ability to work in a secure environment requiring unescorted and A-Level access
• Ability to support work at LANL TA-55 / PF-4 and follow associated operational protocols

Preferred:

• Experience in DOE plutonium facilities
• U.S. Nuclear Navy experience
• Strong knowledge of Conduct of Operations
• Strong organizational skills with excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong time management and progress-tracking abilities

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science preferred
• AA, BAS, BS, or equivalent combination of education and directly relevant Radiation Protection experience also considered
• 8 years of relevant experience including 5 years directly supporting Radiation Protection or work planning in a DOE Category II nuclear facility

Why LANL (Los Alamos National Laboratory)

• Highly competitive compensation ($65-$70/hr)
• A hybrid schedule with work at one of the world's premier scientific institutions
• A senior technical leadership role with direct impact on nuclear safety and national security
• Long-term assignment potential with a collaborative, mission-driven team

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