Reactor Training Engineer; Associate

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values:
Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets.

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is seeking motivated Entry Level Nuclear Operations and Training Engineers!

The Nuclear Operations and Training Engineer trains US Naval personnel to be nuclear plant operators and supervisors utilizing nuclear reactors and state of the art simulation technology. This an accelerated leadership development opportunity in one of the most prestigious programs in the world. This unique position provides hands‑on nuclear plant operations experience while building a repertoire of technical, operational, and leadership skills.

Individuals will train US Navy students on the fundamental principles of safe nuclear plant operations which prepares them for service on submarines and aircraft carriers. This position is vital to ensuring the nuclear fleet is fully staffed with the most highly trained, technically competent nuclear operators in the world.

Individuals in this position will qualify as a nuclear plant operator, supervisor, and instructor. While assigned to this position, rotating shift work is required. In addition to advanced development opportunities, this position offers incentive bonus payments and rotating shift differential while working the rotating shift schedule. (

Please note:

flexible start/end times and 9/80 work schedules are not available for this position).

The Nuclear Operations and Training Engineer will complete technical training and plant qualifications in an expeditious manner. The initial qualification is a 16-month long training program. The first six months consists of classroom instruction conducted by Navy Instructors at Naval Nuclear Power School in Charleston, SC. The remaining nine months consists of hands‑on training on an operational reactor and simulator, as well as continued classroom instruction and small group training.

Upon completion of qualification as a nuclear plant supervisor, the Nuclear Operations and Training Engineer will continue with advanced qualification and technical training as they fulfill their duties as a nuclear operator and trainer.

Are you interested in becoming part of a 60‑year legacy dedicated to supporting the mission of the US Navy? #Entry Level Engineer

Bachelor's degree in engineering, science or technical related field from an accredited college or university

• Minimum overall GPA of 3.2/4.0; applicants with a minimum overall GPA of 3.0/4.0 and extensive relevant work experience (e.g., naval or commercial nuclear, merchant marine and maritime propulsion, or similar industrial systems) will be considered on an exception basis
• Previous naval nuclear power experience
• Strong academics in core engineering courses (e.g., calculus, thermodynamics, electrical/electronics, physics, materials, dynamics, statics, chemistry)
• Ability to effectively communicate in a shipboard/prototype and instructional environment; ability to provide clear and understandable verbal orders (face-to-face and over an announcing system) in a shipboard/prototype environment and casualty situations
• Sustained performance in high‑pressure situations
• Demonstrated leadership abilities in guiding individuals and groups

• Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
• Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings program & Capital…