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Nuclear Effects Research Analyst
Job Description
Nuclear Effects Research Analyst
Do you value working in a creative and collaborative environment?
Are you looking to work on a team of technical experts where you can offer technical contributions to the study of nuclear weapons effects?
If so, we're looking for someone like you to join the Weapon Control Concepts Development group (A3G)!
We are seeking a bright, independent scientist and/or engineer to help us make a critical contribution in understanding the effect of nuclear events on relevant systems and develop innovative concepts to mitigate the undesired fallouts. As a member of our team, you will work on an exciting new task and contribute with your unique expertise to our ultimate success. You will be joining a hardworking team of engineers and scientists who are passionate about their work and strive to make an impact. Our team is committed to taking on challenging problems without fear of failure. We strive to foster an environment of collaboration, innovation, and sustained professional growth where members with different backgrounds can help each other in mastering tough problems. Our team values diversity, critical thinking, respect and willingness to compromise.
As a Nuclear Effects Research Associate...
- Your primary responsibility will be to understand the response of a system to a nuclear event and develop appropriate solutions that mitigate undesired effects
- You will run third party software in a Linux and/or Windows environment
- You will execute modeling and simulation tasks
- You will work closely with a technical team to achieve results
- You will produce data and then perform an analysis of that data
- You will analyze third party results
- You will work on some high-level modeling
- You will present work and results to other technical staff and management
- You will develop and plan projects
You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
- Possess an MS in Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Physics, Nuclear Engineering, Thermal Mechanical Engineering, or related field
- Have 1-3 years of related professional experience
- Are familiar with working in a Linux environment
- Have experience with command line programming
- Have familiarity with MATLAB and/or other coding platforms
- Possess a strong attention to detail
- Have demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
- Have knowledge of nuclear physics, particle physics, or solar physics
- Have a strong mathematical and statistical background
- Have the ability to obtain an Interim Secret security clearance and ultimately a Secret level clearance. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship
- Can demonstrate that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. To ensure the safety and well-being of the community, APL has established a policy requiring that all staff be vaccinated against COVID-19. All staff members must provide proof of full vaccination or have an approved medical or religious accommodation by their start date
You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...
- Possess a PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Physics, Nuclear Engineering, or related field
- Are familiar with, and have experience programming with, Fortran
- Have a deep knowledge of nuclear physics
- Have experience with transport problems in atmosphere or within structures
- Have experience building third-party programs
- Have experience with GEANT4, MCNP, ENDF, NJOY, DIORAMA, or similar code
- Have the ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance
Why work at APL?
Why work at APL?
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.
At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at www.jhuapl.edu/careers.
- Primary Mission Area: Air & Missile Defense
- Requisition ID: 29671
- Security Clearance Required on Start Date: Interim Secret
- Final Security Clearance Required: Secret
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