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General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.
General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS' expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.
GA-EMS has an exciting opportunity for a Nuclear Engineer with the Radiation Monitoring Systems team in Rancho Bernardo, CA. Our team designs and maintains mechanical, electrical, and software systems used in nuclear power plants across the world to detect and monitor radiation. This role will mainly focus on the nuclear engineering aspects associated with the detectors, but will collaborate closely with other engineering disciplines. It will involve both supporting upgrades and troubleshooting of installed customer equipment, as well as developing new designs.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS' expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.
GA-EMS has an exciting opportunity for a Nuclear Engineer with the Radiation Monitoring Systems team in Rancho Bernardo, CA. Our team designs and maintains mechanical, electrical, and software systems used in nuclear power plants across the world to detect and monitor radiation. This role will mainly focus on the nuclear engineering aspects associated with the detectors, but will collaborate closely with other engineering disciplines. It will involve both supporting upgrades and troubleshooting of installed customer equipment, as well as developing new designs.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:
- Serve as a subject matter expert for radiation detection and theory within the organization.
- Lead updates to existing designs to address obsolescence through a formal engineering design review process.
- Develop and communicate new designs for radiation monitoring systems in accordance with customer requirements.
- Represent the organization as a technical contact for customer technical questions/troubleshooting.
- Organize, schedule, and coordinate work to adhere to budget and schedule.
- Support the calibration of radiation detectors.
- Perform advanced calculations and modeling to define detector capabilities and specifications.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.