Radiation Protection Manager

Radiation Protection Manager

Zeno is seeking a highly motivated Radiation Protection Manager to support the mission-oriented efforts of fabricating and bringing to market Radioisotope Power Systems (RPS) technologies. Reporting directly to Zeno's site management, the Radiation Protection Manager will be responsible for Zeno's Radiation Protection program at our Radiological Facility in Sunol, California.

In this role you will:

• Develop, implement, and maintain the facility's Radiation Protection Program, procedures, and controls in compliance with Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)/Agreement State and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Lead and supervise Radiation Protection Technicians, including staffing, training, qualification, and performance management.
• Own the facility's As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) program by establishing performance goals, monitoring and trending radiological dose metrics, and driving continuous improvement in dose reduction and contamination control.
• Serve as the facility's Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) or designee, as applicable, and serve as the primary point of contact for radiation protection matters with regulators.
• Oversee radiological instrumentation, calibration, and dosimetry programs.
• Review and approve radiological work permits, surveys, and work packages, including for hot cell operations and subcontracted work.
• Partner with the Work Control Specialist and facility leadership to integrate radiation protection into work planning and scheduling.
• Lead investigations of radiological events, unplanned exposures, and contamination incidents, and manage corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver radiation worker training and respiratory protection programs.
• Participate in and lead self-assessments, audits, and regulatory inspections.
• Interface with the landlord's radiation protection and work control organizations to ensure integrated operations.

Key

Qualifications and Skills:

• M.S. in Health Physics, Radiation Protection, Nuclear Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in radiation protection or health physics, including supervisory or lead experience, preferably in a DOE or NRC/Agreement State regulated environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing radiation protection programs, ALARA planning, and dosimetry/instrumentation programs.
• Strong understanding of radiation protection principles and applicable regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to lead and develop technical staff.
• Perform effectively under pressure while consistently meeting deadlines in a dynamic, rapidly evolving environment.
• Capable of managing and supporting numerous simultaneous tasks that require a multi-disciplinary approach.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists (NRRPT) certification, Certified Health Physicist (CHP), or equivalent.
• Experience serving as a Radiation Safety Officer (RSO).
• Experience with hot cell operations and RPS/RTG or radioisotope processing facilities.

Job Functions:

• Position requires daily in-office presence at the Radiological Facility in Sunol, California
• Travel:
  Not expected to be more than 8 hrs./day, including radio logically controlled areas
• Must be able to work in radio logically controlled areas and comply with facility and safety requirements

Compensation and Benefits:

The anticipated salary band for this position is $155,000 - $190,000. The final job level and compensation will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, years of relevant experience, skills, qualifications, certifications, and other business considerations.

In addition to competitive compensation, we also offer a generous benefits package, which includes:

• Stock options
• Flexible paid time off
• 401k plan with employer match
• 16 weeks of paid family leave
• 11 observed company holidays
• Employer HSA contributions
• Life insurance
• Transit benefits to put toward commuting expenses
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Relocation assistance
• Professional development
• Employee recognition program
• Company-sponsored Class Pass benefit to support employee wellness

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.