Safety Basis Analyst

Company Description

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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability.

Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact.

Pay Range: $129,150- $196,476 annually

$129,150 - $163,764 annually for the TSS.
2 level

$154,950 - $196,476 annually for the TSS.
3 level

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

We are seeking a Safety Basis Analyst to support implementation of 10 CFR 830, Subpart B, and other Department of Energy (DOE) and LLNL requirements at Hazard Category 2/3 nuclear facilities and Less-Than-Hazard-Category-3 facilities containing radiological, chemical, and explosive hazards. You will bring a range of experience in hazard and accident analysis for nuclear, radiological, chemical, waste storage, and explosive facilities.

You will also work independently on tasks while interacting with management, both internal and external to the Laboratory. This position is in the Safety Basis Division within the Environment Safety and Health (ES&H) Directorate.

This position may offer a hybrid schedule, which includes the flexibility to work from home one or more days per week, after a probationary period. The specifics of the hybrid schedule, including the exact number of days required in the office and virtual work options may vary based on the needs of the team and the organization.

This position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level.

• Perform detailed safety basis calculations utilizing comprehensive knowledge of and broad experience in mechanical engineering to model physical systems and accident conditions.
• Provide broad application skills in the review and maintenance in the review and maintenance of Unreviewed Safety Question (USQ) documents, Documented Safety Analyses (DSA), Technical Safety Requirements (TSRs), and nonnuclear safety basis documents.
• Perform hazard analysis under limited direction for processes, operations, materials, wastes, and potential energy sources used in facilities.
• Propose appropriate engineering and/or administrative controls for the hazards identified.
• Gather and analyze data and information that is moderately complex to complex, in support of work activities and deliver results in the form of documents, calculations, recommendations, and potential corrective actions.
• Perform technical/scientific assignments of moderate complexity that require analysis and creativity and provide technical support to engineers and scientists in scientific research and development projects and/or ongoing operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Prepare USQ documents and perform hazard and accident analyses for 10 CFR 830 compliant DSAs, independently with minimal direction.
• Provide technical input on operational issues that require integrating applicable regulations and DOE standards relevant to safety basis.
• Serve as a technical liaison with facility and program personnel to facilitate project development. Use independent judgment and considerable latitude to establish and accomplish objectives.
• Represent the Safety Basis Division to other organizations at LLNL and external stakeholders.

• Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent combination of education and relevant previous experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience in mechanical engineering systems modeling.
• Problem solving and analytical skills sufficient to define potential accident progression and control interactions.
• Ability to prepare technical documents following appropriate formatting protocols (e.g., safety basis calculations, USQDs).
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills to efficiently document, present and explain technical or operational information and work results.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, collaborative work environment.
• Ability to qualify as a safety analyst for the following Hazard Category 2/3 nuclear facilities:
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