Senior Technical Advisor; Sta

Banda Group International

Banda Group International, LLC (BGI) is a world‑class provider of environmental, safety, security, technical, and project management support services for clients across government and private sectors. Founded on the principles of environmental, health, and safety (EH&S), BGI offers a competitive salary, an excellent working environment, and a robust benefits package.

Senior Technical Advisor (STA) – Nuclear Safety

Albuquerque and/or White Rock, NM

The Senior Technical Advisor (STA) supports the NA-ESH's independent oversight role to ensure Nuclear Explosive Safety (NES). This senior‑level position provides advanced technical expertise to evaluate, improve, and oversee NES assessment processes and operations. The STA is responsible for conducting high‑level assessments, delivering actionable recommendations, and ensuring full compliance with safety protocols for nuclear explosive activities.

• NES Process Evaluation and Improvement:
  • Evaluate and provide recommendations to enhance the NES assessment process.
  • Ensure compliance with established protocols for nuclear explosive safety.
• Technical Support:
  • Participate in NES evaluations and studies, offering expertise in areas such as tooling design, explosive safety, environmental safety, and nuclear weapons assembly/disassembly.
  • Provide written reports detailing findings, recommendations, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Contribute to lines of inquiry and prepare technical input for NES studies.
• Collaboration and Coordination:
  • Engage with stakeholders, including NA-12, CDNS, and the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (DNFSB), to discuss safety initiatives and improvements.
  • Support periodic and ad‑hoc NES‑related meetings and conference calls.
• Travel and Documentation Review:
  • Travel to NNSA headquarters, national laboratories, and operational sites for evaluations.
  • Review detailed, often classified, input documents to prepare for NES evaluations.
  • Maintain necessary security clearances and access levels for classified work.

• Experience handling and transporting high explosives, ordnance handling, and detonation systems.
• Safety assessment of high‑consequence operations.
• Nuclear explosive and weapon surety, explosive safety, and tooling design.
• Electrostatic discharge protection, lightning protection, and human factors.
• Environment, Safety, and Health (ES&H) and fire protection protocols.
• Facilities management, program analysis, and nuclear safety.
• Strategic planning, program and project management, and risk assessment.
• Proficient in analyzing technical data and preparing recommendations, including dissenting opinions when warranted.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to document and present findings independently and objectively.

• Education:
  • Master's degree preferred; bachelor's degree required in Electrical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or Physics with a focus on nuclear studies, Materials Science, or Chemistry.
• Experience:
  • 15+ years of senior‑level experience in safety evaluations, high‑consequence operations, or peer reviews.
• Additional Requirements:
  • Active DOE “Q” level Security Clearance and Sigma 15 access (or ability to obtain).
  • Frequent travel to various NNSA sites and facilities.
  • Participation in periodic NES‑related meetings and conference calls.
  • Regular interaction with classified systems and materials.
  • Adherence to timelines and protocols as outlined by NNSA SD 452.2B.
  • A valid driver’s license may be required for travel.

• Excellent working environment:
  • Two offices in NM, with a great team that works hard and has fun.
  • Snacks, coffee, soda, and water are provided daily.
• Team building and bonding events.
• Generous benefits package:
  • 100% Employer paid Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD for all FT employees.
  • Dependents can be added with payroll contributions.
  • Medical plans PPO or HDHP Employer pays 80% off the employee's premium.
  • Abundant employer contribution for HSA enrollees.
  • Accident, Critical Illness & Voluntary Life Insurance.
  • Robust PTO plan and 11 paid holidays a year.
  • Generous 401K, safe harbor program, up to 4%…