Overview

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career? Apply today! Job Description Future Propulsion Plant Engineering is looking for a Lead Plant Analysis Engineer in the Future Plant Analysis Unit. The Lead Plant Analysis Engineer will work with the Lead Protection Analysis Engineer to lead technical deliverables within the Future Plant Analysis Unit. In particular, the Lead Plant Analysis Engineer will have responsibility for leading production of the Design Events Document (DED) and analysis to support system and component design for the Improved Propulsion Machinery Program Phase IV (IPMP) platform. The Lead will support work efforts in these areas in the following capacities: Plan technical work for the unit. Provide/coordinate/delegate peer reviews of technical submittals. Meet regularly with ICs and unit manager to ensure technical work is on time and with appropriate quality. Participate in program reviews and technical meetings. The Plant Analysis Lead will also work with the Protection Analysis Lead to assist in the following programmatic/schedule/task/financial tracking items: Establish and oversee continuous training, mentoring, and sharing of knowledge (both legacy expertise and experience gained from ongoing work) among the team members. Partner with the Manager to foster growth and development of all unit members. Participate in interview/hiring decisions for new team members. Ensure team members have the right tools and training to be successful, including removing obstacles that might jeopardize work. Perform tasks associated with Technical Work Plan (TWP) submittals and IPMP Propulsion Plant Planning Estimate (3PE). Coordinate cost and efficiency improvement initiatives/events. This Lead Engineer position will provide an excellent opportunity to develop and demonstrate leadership ability for those interested in obtaining higher level technical or management positions. Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related engineering or science field and a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience; or Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related engineering or science field and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience; or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a related engineering or science field and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; or Currently a Principal Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company. Preferred Skills Familiarity with Design Event Documents (DED) analysis Familiarity with reactor plant systems and plant operations Familiarity with NUPAC modelling Strong organizational skills Project management experience, experience with financial systems and/or application of funding guidelines Derivative Classifier appointment Demonstrated teaming skills across geographic sites, collaboration with NR, ability to foster collaboration by focusing on shared goals, ability to build rapport with peers and with external teams Superb communication and technical writing skills Compensation and 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 Visit us online to view all NNL benefits! Pay Range $117,900.00 - $184,300.00 annually Salary information provided is a general gui