Location:Amarillo, TX
Job Title: Technical Safety Requirements Specialist
Career Level From: Specialist
Career Level To: Senior Specialist
Organization: Nuc Safety Ent Prgrms & Imprv (51336666)
Job Specialty: Nuclear Engineering Safety
As a technical safety requirements (TSR) specialist, you will work to fulfill an important regulatory function in a dynamic environment. Reporting to the Pantex Director of Enterprise Programs and Improvements, this role will provide a consistent and effective approach to development, maintenance, and implementation of TSRs. This role is critical to effectively supporting nuclear operations at Pantex. To fulfill this responsibility, TSR specialists must develop a working knowledge of Pantex operations and federal nuclear safety requirements and work closely with subject matter experts representing Operations, Engineering, and numerous other Pantex organizations.
TSR specialists routinely perform the following tasks:
The position requires a minimum of a bachelor of science degree in engineering from a program accredited by the U.S. Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET (formerly the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology). Designated equivalents from Canada or Mexico, the Washington Accord, or the list of substantially equivalent programs as documented by the EAC ABET will also be considered or bachelor of science in mathematics, chemistry, or physics.
For candidates that have a bachelor of science degree, the position requires at least 4 years of relevant experience (e.g., experience developing, implementing, and maintaining safety basis documentation in accordance with 10 CFR 830, Nuclear Safety Management, and applicable DOE directives and standards). For candidates that have a master of science degree, the position requires at least 2 years of relevant experience.
The position requires a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Top Secret Q security clearance; however, all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q security clearance is required. All employees with a security clearance are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.
The position requires U.S. citizenship.
The position may require entry into material access areas and participation in the Human Reliability Program (HRP). If HRP participation is determined to be mandatory, a candidate may be required to complete a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination, pursuant to 10 CFR 709, Counterintelligence Evaluation Program. Medical testing and screening requirements may also apply.
Preferred candidates must demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Preferred candidates have demonstrated the ability to solve highly diverse and complex problems and possess a proven record of leadership.
Preferred candidates typically have six years or more experience in developing, implementing, and maintaining safety basis documentation in accordance with 10 CFR 830, Nuclear Safety Management, and applicable DOE directives and standards.
CNS is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.
CNS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, disability or veteran status.