NDA Technician

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Location: Oak Ridge, TN

Job Title: NDA Specialist

Job Specialty: Analytical Chemistry

• Responsible for the non-destructive analysis (NDA) of uranium and other radioactive isotopes in the NDA Lab in Building 9212
• Responsible for the set-up, use, maintenance, and calibration of NDA equipment and processes.
• Performs all aspects of analysis, including calibration and standardization of instrumentation: routine, preventive, diagnostic, and quality control maintenance; unknown measurement; and data review and reporting.
• Interfaces with program and laboratory managers to provide technical guidance on available analytical options and capabilities relevant to submitted analysis requests.
• Works with laboratory manager to review and modernize current procedures as well as develop new methods and procedures for analytical services as technologies, requirements, customer needs evolve.
• Interact with various customers and organizations inside and outside of building 9212.
• Act as the Subject Matter Expert for the NDA Lab.

• Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security
• Top‑out, dedicated colleagues
• Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization
• Career advancement and professional development programs
• Work‑life balance fostered through flexible work options and wellness initiatives
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a Physical Science plus 7 years of relevant experience. Experience in the field of NDA theory and practical experience in the use of gamma‑ray and neutron‑based NDA measurement instrumentation and NDA measurement software is required for this position.
• OR Master’s degree:
  Minimum 6 years of relevant experience. Typical experience ranging from 10 to 15 years.
• In addition, the applicant must meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2A (i.e., Baccalaureate in engineering or related scientific major 2 years job‑related, and 1‑year nuclear experience; or a DOE O 426.2A alternative).

• Candidates must be skilled in data analysis, data processing, and data manipulation within multiple database, spreadsheet, word processing, and custom software applications.
• Must have good organizational and analytical skills as well as excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to learn and develop innovative ways to non‑destructively measure uranium.
• Preferred work‑related experience includes knowledge of nuclear material operations and processes within the Nuclear Weapons Complex.
• Knowledge in computer programming, especially with Canberra/Mirion APEX software systems and the Python computer language.
• Requires a broad knowledge of multifaceted areas of chemistry, with experience in modernizing and optimizing lab processes and instrumentation.
• Requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, including technical writing skills. Requires a high level of personal motivation, strong leadership skills and the ability to work within changing situations to meet short deadlines.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

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