Amentum is seeking a Nuclear Criticality Safety Engineer based out of our Richland, WA office. Candidates will obtain site specific Nuclear Criticality Safety (NCS) Analyst Qualification to support implementation of a DOE Approved Nuclear Criticality Safety Program in an operating non-reactor nuclear facility.
Job Responsibilities
- Provide technical guidance to operating organizations.
- Collaborate with operating organization personnel on NCS evaluations as the lead NCS Analyst.
- Perform independent reviews of NCS evaluations.
- Conduct periodic reviews of fissionable material operations.
- Lead and/or participating in NCS response to programmatic issues and criticality process deviations/infractions.
- Participate in NCS emergency response preparation (emergency procedures, plans, exercises, and drills).
- Independently prepare, review, and/or present technical reports to the criticality safety community (e.g. American Nuclear Society, etc.).
- Conduct NCS training for all levels of employees involved in fissionable material operations.
- Assist in the development and/or review of new or proposed changes to existing NCS programmatic policy and implementing documents.
- Lead and/or participate in assessments and audits of the NCS Program.
- Mentor of less experienced Nuclear Criticality Safety (NCS) Analysts and Analysts In-Training on all aspects of criticality safety.
- Development, revision, and review of Nuclear Criticality Safety (NCS) documentation such as Criticality Safety Evaluations (CSEs), Nuclear Criticality Safety Design Analysis, and Calculations (DACs) and various other NCS technical basis documentation.
- Complete required NCS annual Operational Reviews.
- Daily nuclear facility support; consisting of facility walkdowns, review of NCS requirements, implementing documents, participation at facility Operational Safety Boards, etc.
Required Skills/Abilities
- Bachelor’s degree in nuclear, engineering, math, or science with minimum of 4-5 years of Nuclear Criticality Safety (NCS) experience is required (Nuclear Engineering degree preferred) or 5 years of equivalent technical experience in place of a B.S.
- Involvement in industry committees preferred (e.g., ANS).
- Min of 3 years of DOE-specific experience is highly preferred
- Candidate must be a US citizen.
- Candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” security clearance.
- Demonstrated keen attention to detail.
Educational Requirements
- Alternate combination of education and experience will be considered.
Compensation Details:
$115,000
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
08/07/2026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in nuclear, engineering, math, or science with minimum 4-5 years of Nuclear Criticality Safety (NCS) experience, or 5 years equivalent technical experience in lieu of a B.S.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q security clearance
- U.S. citizenship
- Demonstrated keen attention to detail
- Minimum of 3 years of DOE-specific experience
- Involvement in industry committees (e.g., American Nuclear Society)
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare offerings are described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, and vision plans and multiple PPO/HSA options. Mental health support via an employee assistance program and other wellness resources is also included in the benefits mix.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards through a 401(k) plan with employer matching. Profit-sharing contributions and immediate or near-term vesting in some cases further strengthen the retirement value proposition.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off benefits are presented as solid for the sector, including tiered PTO accrual by tenure and a set of paid holidays. Role-dependent flexible or remote work options and leave programs add to perceived work-life support.
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