Physical Inventory Officer (Material Control and Accountability Specialist 2)

About the role

The Safeguards - Nuclear Material Control and Accountability (SP-NMCA) Group is seeking a motivated, customer-focused Physical Inventory Officer (PIO) to support Nuclear Material Control and Accountability (NMCA) operations and physical inventory activities. This position plays a critical role in ensuring Los Alamos National Laboratory's compliance with Department of Energy (DOE) and National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) requirements governing the accountability, control, and management of nuclear materials.

Responsibilities

• Organizing and facilitating Physical Inventory Quality Committee meetings
• Partnering with LANL organizations and operational groups to establish, maintain, and decommission Material Balance Areas (MBAs) and locations where nuclear material is handled
• Providing technical guidance and support on Nuclear Material Control and Accountability (NMCA) matters to Laboratory organizations, stakeholders, and personnel
• Delivering in-person training and support to NMCA Associates and other staff as needed

Requirements

• Organizational and Operational Skills
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
• Decision-Making and Compliance
• Communication Skills
• Computer and Technical Proficiency

Qualifications

• Minimum Job Requirements: Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience directly related to the occupation.
• Desired Qualifications: Working knowledge of DOE and NNSA Nuclear Material Control and Accountability (NMCA) requirements and principles; experience communicating concepts, requirements, and operational impacts to both technical and non-technical personnel; experience coordinating and collaborating with personnel across multiple organizations and levels of management; experience supporting or conducting nuclear material physical inventories, assessments, or audits; familiarity with Material Balance Areas (MBAs), inventory reconciliation processes, or nuclear material tracking systems.

Benefits

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)