Reactor Refueling (Training Improvement) Engineer

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 encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms 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. Looking for a lifetime career? Apply today!
Job Description

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is seeking an experienced Training Improvement Engineer at our Kesselring Site in West Milton, NY! As part of the Kesselring Site Training Improvements group, you will have direct interaction with the Navy's top performing staff in developing nuclear operators for our nation's warships. The Training Improvement Engineer is responsible for evaluating and creating process improvements to increase efficiency, quality, and content of NNPP training requirements. In this position, the Engineer analyzes, implements, monitors, and oversees all aspects of technical training, plant operations and refueling. The Engineer will be responsible for the proper daily operations of the plant and support equipment, ensuring proper maintenance of plant and support equipment, and training of naval and civilian personnel on both theoretical and operational aspects of nuclear plant operations utilizing reactors and state-of-the-art simulators or directs personnel during refueling operations as applicable. Conducts shutdown and start-up activities and in the event of an emergency, implements established emergency procedures. This position requires applicable qualifications and continued advanced technical training and refueling or plant qualifications.

All positions at the Kesselring Site includes participation in the Site's Emergency Response Organization.

Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or Bachelor's degree in a science related field from an accredited college or university and completed advanced qualifications as noted in the CTE/NOP/SRE Accelerated Pay Program

Preferred Skills

Experience in the conduct or oversight of student training
Demonstrated leadership and project management skills

Compensation and Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
401(k) Savings program & Captial 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

$114,400.00 - $178,800.00 annually
Salary information provided is a general guide line 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Veterans/Disabilities) committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.