Principal Health Physicist

Naval Nuclear Laboratory
parental leave, tuition assistance, 401(k)

Jan 21, 2026
About Us 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 The Environmental Operation and Remediation organization is the Laboratory's subject matter experts in radiological environmental compliance disciplines. The monitoring program is required by Federal, State, and local environmental regulations and/or NAVSEA direction. Efforts include performance of radiological dose assessments for normal and accident conditions; issuing reports to regulatory agencies as necessary; monitor, review and interpret environmental requirements; assess and enforce compliance; and, provide technical and analytical consultation to KAPL, other Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program (Program) facilities, and NAVSEA including Navy and/or Naval shipyards. Individual is responsible for the development and/or follow of programs or projects to ensure compliance with operational, design, regulatory and Program requirements and may perform work document reviews, engineering evaluations, analyses or assessments to support assigned tasks. Identifies process enhancements to routine and special personnel monitoring, environmental and area monitoring and radiological assessments. Provides subject matter expertise in regulated areas such as environmental radiological controls, quality assurance, and emergency planning to personnel to support safe and compliant execution of work activities. Work may include providing interface, independent oversight and assessment of KAPL, Subcontractor, and vendor facility operations, material evaluations, design reviews, development of engineering methods, major site system and facility operations. Preparation and maintenance of records and reports to meet regulatory and Program requirements, evaluate and assess site performance, perform surveillance, clarify and implement regulatory requirements, prepare, review and approve technical work procedures and identify improvements to existing processes. May lead or provide support for inspections and interface with outside regulatory agencies. Specific responsibilities may include: Ensure compliance with regulations, e.g., EPA radionuclide NESHAPS regulations 40CFR61 Subpart H and applicable DOE Orders. Apply knowledge of applicable federal and state environmental laws/regulations to provide interpretations/guidance as well as oversight. Conduct technical evaluations in areas of environmental radiation dosimetry, radiological dose assessments, and monitoring procedures and equipment. Perform radiological monitoring programs including field work for sampling, analysis and evaluation of streams and outfalls, Mohawk River water, sediment, and fish, environmental air and radiation, groundwater and monitoring radiological stack effluents. Conduct technical evaluations for emergency response for radiological environmental sampling, analysis, and dose evaluations. Provide emergency response support and maintain applicable dose evaluation programs. Support audits and surveillance. Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science related field and a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience; or Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience with certification as a health physicist by the American Board of Health Physics; or Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience; or Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience with certification as a health physicist by the American Board of Health Physics; or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field with certification as a health physicist by the American Board of Health Physics. Preferred Skills Certified Health Physicist or passed part 1 Certified Health Physicist exam. Prior Naval Nuclear Power Program service, qualified Mechanical or Electrical operator Prior radiological environmental monitoring experience. Performance of radiological dose assessment calculations. Working knowledge of federal legislative/regulatory policies and the underlying environmental laws. Ability to review regulations and guidance material, and compile technically sound written papers, positions, reports, and implementation strategies. Experience interfacing with outside regulatory agencies (e.g., EPA, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, etc.) Work experience in environmental engineering/compliance related fields. Demonstrated written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated project management experience. Experience with Microsoft Office especially proficiency with Excel. 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 $116,700.00 - $182,400.00 annually Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel. All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana. Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law. Apply Now