Computational Scientist / Engineer - Naval Nuclear Laboratory

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 Technology Directorate is seeking an expert Computational Scientist / Physicist to lead the continuum modeling of transient and steady-state transport phenomena within the Structural Materials Performance (SMP) unit of the Core Materials, Manufacturing & Irradiations (CMMI) department. The SMP Unit is responsible for the development and maintenance of the finite element solutions and implementation of hydrogen transport within our nuclear cores. The ideal candidate will have interest and experience in adapting and applying the results of fundamental, lower-length-scale models to finite element formulations suitable for simulations at the component scale. The selected candidate will be working alongside experimentalists which will aid in the collection of data to support validation of transport solutions and finite element implementation. Responsibilities include :

• Program finite element methods such as user elements in Abaqus
• Adapt methods to other finite element frameworks such as MOOSE
• Work with experimentalists to plan complex test programs to aid in methods validation
• Complete written documentation of all scientific work
• Communicate complex ideas to stakeholders, including upper management and clients Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Mathematics, Physics, or Engineering and 9 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Mathematics, Physics, or Engineering and 7 years of relevant experience; or a PhD degree from an accredited college or university in Mathematics, Physics, or Engineering and 3 years of relevant experience; or Currently or previously Shift Supervisor Part II qualified; or qualified SIT and 3 years EOOW qualified in the Nuclear Operations Program; or Currently or previously CRE qualified; or 6 years as SRE; or SRE qualified and 9 years of experience. Previous experience with development of finite element analysis solutions using User Elements (preferably Abaqus) Previous experience with development of mass-transport solutions (Numerical solutions of PDEs) Previous experience with software and scripting development (i.e. C , Fortran, and / or Python)Preferred Skills
• Experience with multiple FEA development platforms (Abaqus, MOOSE, ..etc.)
• Programming of FEA models with complex behavior (UEL, UMAT, UHARD, UFIELD...etc.)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 Visit us online to view all NNL benefits!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 considerationsThe 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.

Salary : $114,400 - $178,800