Nuclear Engineer (Thermal/Hydraulic), Associate (Entry Level)

About the role

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory means joining a mission‑focused team that supports the U.S. Navy’s nuclear‑powered fleet. The organization fosters a culture of Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration while ensuring the safety and reliability of the nation’s naval nuclear reactors and training the Sailors who operate them. This entry‑level nuclear engineer position offers recent or prospective college graduates the opportunity to perform thermal and hydraulic analyses for the FORD Class Aircraft Carrier fleet, learn advanced analysis codes, and work with high‑performance computing systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform thermal and hydraulic analyses in support of the nuclear reactors that power the FORD Class Aircraft Carrier fleet.
• Conduct routine and emergent reactor system performance analyses.
• Support reactor core manufacturing processes.
• Develop reactor system performance improvements.
• Learn and apply thermal and hydraulic analysis codes used for reactor performance.
• Prepare and execute analyses using high‑performance computing systems.
• Make determinations regarding reactor plant performance and operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related engineering or science field, or a Master’s degree in a related engineering or science field.
• U.S. citizenship and eligibility for a security clearance to access classified matter.
• Ability to pass a Federal background investigation and a drug test in compliance with Fluor Marine Propulsion (FMP) policy and 10 CFR 707.

Preferred Skills

• Degree in nuclear engineering (preferred but not required).
• Strong initiative to learn and apply new skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python.
• Academic or professional background in thermal/hydraulic design and analysis.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
• Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
• Personal & Medical Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
• Student Debt Benefit
• Personal Time Off Sell Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program

Pay

Salary range: $63,900 – $97,800 annually (based on experience, qualifications, market and business considerations).