Nuclear Criticality Safety Support Specialist

Boston Government Services, LLC. (BGS) is seeking a Nuclear Criticality Safety Support Specialist (NCS Specialist) to support our nuclear solutions mission at the Y12 National Security Complex, in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. 

BGS is an engineering, technology, and security firm helping to advance missions of national importance for government programs, national laboratories, national security facilities, nuclear operations, and complex projects. We support clients at every stage, from strategic planning and program management to the execution of engineering and technical activities. We work to attract and retain the best talent because the best talent delivers the best results for our clients. Our capabilities are based on our experience in complex, secure, and highly regulated environments. We leverage our experience and capabilities to provide mission-driven solutions tuned to our client's mission needs and strategic direction.

We are passionate about our culture! At BGS, we hire people who will bring their whole self to work each day because we value operating with openness and inclusivity, welcoming and respecting all. BGS cares for each employee’s well-being by offering a comprehensive benefit package and providing a culture of exciting work, excellence, and fun.

If you align with BGS’ company values and culture, we would love for you to explore opportunities to join our growing team by checking out the job description below!

Responsibilities:

The Y-12 National Security Complex has three primary national security missions that protect our country and our allies around the world. Maintaining the U.S. nuclear stockpile, reducing global threats, and fueling the U.S. Nuclear Navy are key activities at this historic site.

As the Nuclear Criticality Safety Support Specialist (NCS Specialist) you’ll support the Nuclear Criticality Safety Council (NCSC) by providing comprehensive and diverse nuclear safety measures at U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) nuclear facilities and within the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) complex, including nuclear criticality safety.

Other responsibilities include:

• Task 1: Meeting attendance and preparation. The NCS Specialist is responsible for preparing the NCSC agenda in advance of (at least one week prior to) the NCSC meeting and transmitting it. The NCS Specialist shall attend the NCSC meeting and shall prepare the minutes of the meetings and document any additional comments and/or observations. The NCS Specialist tor individual may be expected to provide guidance to presenters and lead subgroups as requested by the NCSC on special issues. 
• Task 2: Independent reviews and/or assessments. The NCS Specialist shall coordinate/perform independent reviews and/or assessments of nuclear facility operations including but not limited to review of policies, performance trends, program management, and quality of evaluations; and develop operational/organizational improvements and solutions and/or corrective actions, as requested. These activities may require event and/or causal analysis. 
• Task 3: Facility tours. The NCS Specialist shall coordinate and participate in escorted tours of nuclear facilities when requested. The NCS Specialist shall prepare a brief report of observations, as requested. 
• Task 4: The NCSC support subcontractor shall prepare monthly summaries of NCS related highlights Defense Nuclear Facility Safety Board (DNFSB), Y12 Field Office (YFO), and other Y12 issues} to include presentations relating to status, highlights, and issues for NCSC. 
• Task 5: Training. The NCS Specialist shall develop and deliver specialized training on topics pertaining to nuclear safety, as requested. Training activities may include the preparation of slide presentations and lesson plans. 
• Task 6: Preliminary Draft Annual Report. The NCS Specialist shall develop and coordinate a preliminary draft of the NCSC annual report as outlined in the NCSC charter. Topics for the report are expected to include but are not limited to, concerns from program trend indicators and assessments, performance and interrelationships of organizations, quality of criticality safety evaluations, NCS staffing levels and independence from line organizations, and NCS staff qualifications. Content shall cover information from the first 3 quarters of the Calendar year 2025. 

Qualifications:

• Must have a bachelor’s degree (engineering preferred).
• The ideal candidate will have 10 to 14 years of experience with diverse nuclear safety issues at DOE nuclear facilities and within the NNSA complex, including nuclear critical safety.
• Experience in investigation and/or resolution of nuclear safety issues. 
• An analytical thinker with experience and demonstrated success in coordination, review, and assessment for improving nuclear safety organizational performance. 
• Possess Subject Matter Expert (SME) experience in the review of DOE nuclear facility operations. 
• Demonstrated success in problem solving and causal analysis and demonstrated ability in the formulation of operational and/or organizational improvements that have been successfully implemented. 
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening exam.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a security or clearance badge.

Preferred Qualifications:

• An engineering degree from the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). 
• A master’s degree in engineering.
• Department of Energy (DOE) Q security clearance; however, all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status.

Location/Work Arrangement:

• Onsite at the Y12 National Security Complex, located in Oak Ridge, Tennessee
• Schedule is Part-time, Monday - Thursday

Benefits:

BGS offers a competitive total compensation package to eligible employees. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401K, Long and Short-Term Disability.

EEO:

BGS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Exclusive Agreement Disclaimer:

BGS has standing contracts with federal agencies throughout the United States. We require an affirmative exclusive agreement to represent all candidates to our clients. By submitting this application, you are consenting to allow BGS to represent you as a candidate for the role in which you are applying.