Non-Destructive Assay (NDA) Physicist

About the role

Identifies and develops radiation detection instrumentation/techniques with emphasis in nondestructive assay (NDA). Responsible for developing techniques for new instrumentation as well as supporting the extension of existing techniques. Employee works under minimal supervision, referring only exceptional problems and issues for management review or approval. A Physicist is accountable for adhering to all safety and quality requirements while performing assigned tasks.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all PSC values, policies, procedures and work instructions.
• Support all aspects of compliance with applicable Quality Assurance requirements ensuring system methods and documentation are implemented in accordance with customer, national and international standards.
• Support management in all aspects of departmental compliance of ISO 9001.
• Expert technical data review (ETR).
• Nondestructive Assay (NDA) measurement oversight.
• Perform routine instrument qualification, calibration, and validation.
• Review and approve measurement control data.
• Provide consulting on NDA matters within area of expertise to various facility departments and organizations such as nuclear safety, safeguards, nuclear materials control and accountability, waste characterization, waste disposal, production operations.
• Simulate physical experiments with MCNP code for radiation measures and detection.
• Analyze results of experiments to determine feasibility of accurate or improved detection and sensitivity/performance capabilities for PSC systems.
• Document experimental procedures, assumptions, and results for internal use.
• Develop algorithms for PSC systems.
• Interface with software to implement and debug algorithms and data acquisition systems developed for PSC systems.
• Write and review system technical basis documents and system measurement test plans.
• Write and publish technical papers related to PSC systems and technical support activities.
• Apply mathematical methods to analyze and solve physical problems.
• Plan, document, conduct, and supervise system testing.
• Remain knowledgeable of current and future technologies appropriate to current job activities.
• Mentor technical specialists and operators.
• Perform other duties as assigned and/or required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in physical science or engineering, plus a minimum of five year’s NDA experience; or ten years of experience in the NDA field.
• Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:
  • Demonstrated relevant experience in an experimental and/or production environment.
  • Expertise in one or more NDA techniques and their application.
  • Recognized in NDA field on a local or facility basis.
  • Knowledge areas should cover several of the following: physics, chemistry, statistics, electronics, engineering, health physics, quality assurance, and nuclear safety.

Skills and Abilities

• Computer literacy skills are required to include a working knowledge of MS Office software.
• Excellent ability with a programming language and spreadsheet software.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Qualified in accordance with ASTM C-1490-04 “Standard Guide for the Selection, Training and Qualification of Nondestructive Assay (NDA) Personnel,” specifically section 4.2.2.
• Maintain up-to-date training on “In-Situ Measurements Using Germanium Detectors, Programs Isotopic, and ISO-Cart,” in addition to PSC developed analytic software or analysis tools.

Benefits

Why work at Safariland? At Safariland our colleagues are some of the best and brightest in the industry and we are seeking new team members who exhibit the diverse competencies that will drive The Safariland Group to even greater success while maintaining our culture of being a great place to work. We believe innovation drives winning performance and we constantly challenge ourselves to be the very best in every aspect of our business. We cultivate a work culture driven by our 4 core values; integrity, curiosity, excellence and empowerment and we want associates to be involved in their work and communities so they can achieve their highest level of wellbeing. That is why Safariland offers a comprehensive suite of benefits to promote health and financial security for eligible employees and their families. Eligible Employees Are Offered Medical, dental & vision insurance401(k) with company matchEmployer paid life insurance and AD&DEmployer paid disabilityWellness programAdoption assistanceTuition assistanceEmployee assistance programWork life balancePaid time off (PTO), sick leave and paid holidays throughout the calendar year (consistent with relevant state law and company policies)