The Sensor Physicist will design, model, and drive custom product development of 3He and 10B radiation proportional counters, ion chambers, fission chambers, UV flame detectors, and NaI(Tl) gamma sensors. This role combines detector physics, computational modeling, signal processing, and product development to create and manufacture neutron, gamma-ray, and UV detectors.
This position requires a strong background in applied physics and the ability to translate scientific principles into commercially successful products through simulation, experimentation, data analysis, and cross-functional engineering collaboration, as well as to support product problem solving in a production environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design radiation detectors
- 3He, 10B proportional counters
- Ion chambers
- Fission chambers
- MCNP modeling
- Review radiation detector / sensor designs
- Write/update detector design practices en route to becoming a subject matter expert on radiation detectors
- Work with the production team on detector manufacturing and performance troubleshooting
- Coordinate with functions across the business to ensure success of the product lines
- Data analysis and detector evaluation
- Work with customers on new detector designs, RMAs, and prospective new technologies
- Inform plant leadership on issues impacting production team efforts
- Analyze and solve physics-related problems involving radiation detectors
Research & Development
- Convert customer requirements into system and product specifications.
- Qualify new products
- Present technical results to internal stakeholders, management, and possibly industry conferences.
- Develop and expand Design Practices related to radiation detectors
Required Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience in sensor modeling and development, radiation detection.
- Strong understanding of:
- Radiation interactions with matter
- Detector physics
- Neutron and gamma detection
- Signal processing
- Statistical analysis
- Experience with experimental design, analyzing datasets and report writing.
- Strong technical communication and leadership skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with gas filled neutron detector technologies.
- Experience with Monte Carlo transport simulation and detector modeling
- Familiarity with nuclear reactor instrumentation and homeland security systems.
- Demonstrated innovation through patents, product launches, or technical publications.
Education
- M.S. or B.S. in Physics, Applied Physics, Nuclear Engineering or related field.
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This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Skills Required
- 2+ years of experience in sensor modeling and development or radiation detection
- Strong understanding of radiation interactions with matter
- Strong understanding of detector physics
- Strong understanding of neutron and gamma detection
- Strong understanding of signal processing
- Strong understanding of statistical analysis
- Experience with experimental design
- Experience analyzing datasets and writing reports
- Strong technical communication and leadership skills
- M.S. or B.S. in Physics, Applied Physics, Nuclear Engineering, or a related field
- Experience with gas-filled neutron detector technologies
- Experience with Monte Carlo transport simulation and detector modeling
- Familiarity with nuclear reactor instrumentation and homeland security systems
- Innovation demonstrated through patents, product launches, or technical publications
What We Do
Crane employees share a proud 150-year-plus history of doing business the right way—treating people fairly, dealing honestly and ethically with customers, suppliers, and shareholders, and working hard to meet or exceed the expectations of customers. They also share a fascinating history of innovation dating from the early years of the Industrial Revolution to the current era of technology-driven product development and improvement. Crane is committed to the highest standards of business conduct. We strive to create value for all our stakeholders with a highly disciplined approach to materially strengthening our businesses through successful implementation of the Crane Business System, through strategic linkages among our businesses, and through utilization of strong free cash flow for strategic acquisitions.
