Shift Technical Advisor

Overview

Boston Government Services (BGS) is seeking a Shift Technical Adviser to support our client at the Y12 National Security Complex in Oak Ridge, TN.

BGS is an engineering, technology, and security firm helping to advance missions of national importance for government programs, national laboratories, national security facilities, nuclear operations, and complex projects. We support clients at every stage, from strategic planning and program management to the execution of engineering and technical activities. We work to attract and retain the best talent because the best talent delivers the best results for our clients.

Our capabilities are based on our experience in complex, secure, and highly regulated environments. We leverage our experience and capabilities to provide mission-driven solutions tuned to our client s mission needs and strategic direction.

Work that Matters. People that Matter More. At BGS, we believe meaningful work starts with great people. We foster a culture built on respect, collaboration, and accountability where employees are empowered to contribute ideas, grow professionally, and make an impact. We care about our employees  well-being through competitive benefits, clear expectations, and an environment that values both excellence and connection.

If you align with BGS  company values and culture, we would love for you to explore opportunities to join our growing team by checking out the job description below!

The Y12 National Security Complex located in Oak Ridge, TN, plays a vital role in the U.S. Department of Energy s Nuclear Security Enterprise. Y-12 provides manufacturing, technical, and scientific expertise to produce components, subassemblies, and quality evaluations to sustain a U.S. nuclear deterrent; reduce the threat from weapons of mass destruction; supply nuclear material to the Naval Reactors Program; and provide solutions to other emerging national security challenges.

Y-12 has developed state-of-the-art capabilities in three core areas: nuclear technology and materials, security and consequence management, and manufacturing and technical services. Y-12 lends its specialized expertise to other federal agencies, such as the U.S. Departments of Defense and Homeland Security, state and local governments, and private-sector companies. Projects at Y-12 include providing protective equipment to soldiers in combat, training National Guard units for radiological emergencies, and creating machining platforms that improve production and efficiency.

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The Shift Technical Advisor is responsible for providing the technical expertise to understand the approved safety basis for operations of the facility and to evaluate the impact of proposed changes/modifications on the safe operation of the facility.

• Serving as primary support team member for the Operations Manager and Shift Manager to ensure daily operations are safe, effective, and performed in accordance with approved procedures.
• Interfacing with support organizations to understand planned operations within the facility and ensure activities are in compliance with facility safety basis authorized work.
• Performing troubleshooting and improvement activities for emerging issues within the operations management scope of responsibility to resolve issues and improve effectiveness in implementation of compliance requirements.
• Serving in a project management role as needed for coordination of large, cross-cutting activities within the facility that involve multiple interfaces that cross organizational lines.
• Presenting technical briefings or presentations, as required, that describe and explain approved facility operations and compliance implementation methods.
• Evaluating proposed modifications or changes against the approved Documented Safety Analysis via the Unreviewed Safety Question.
• Determining processes to ensure changes are within the scope and methods appropriate for the facility.
• Providing on-call coverage for assigned weekends based upon a rotation with others in the group; on-call is as needed, which may or may not require weekend work for the assigned weekend.
• Other duties as assigned.

• BA/BS Degree plus 15-20 years of direct experience required or an MA or MS with 14-18 years of experience.
• 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).
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Successful drug screening.
• Requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Q security clearance; however, all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status.
• Requires the ability to obtain a Human Reliability Program (HRP) Certification.

• This position is a fully onsite position at Y12 National Security Complex.
• Schedule is full-time, Monday - Friday 40-hour…