Engineering Jobs in Mead Colorado

Job ID: 517856

Exempt

Oldcastle Infrastructure™, a CRH company, is the leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We’re more than just a manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, or plastic products. We’re a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, and more. With our network of more than 80 manufacturing facilities and more than 4,000 employees, we’re leading the industry with innovation and a safety-first mindset.

Job Summary

The Plant Manager is the senior leader on site and is responsible for everything that goes on inside the fence-line and is the driver of the production process. We look to the Plant Manager to build a collaborative environment between operations, sales, engineering, accounting, and transportation. This dynamic leader will be pushing continuous improvement in workplace safety, production efficiency, product cost, and customer service.

Job Location

• This role will be on site at our facility in Platteville, CO.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure the plant employees and guests on site comply with safety and environmental practices – lead by example and build a safety first culture
• Lead production scheduling to meet customer needs including timely delivery
• Develop a keen focus on customer service and proactive communication across the team
• Partner with the engineering team to ensure proper drawings and designs are being used during the manufacturing process
• Purchase material/services to successfully operate the facility
• Successfully hire, supervise, orient, train and retain operations/product staff
• Promote and maintain a clean workplace that is “tour-ready” at all times
• Ability to read drawings, plan production tasks from those drawings, and coach employees to produce product correctly
• Ability to operate some of the standard tools on the plant floor such as overhead cranes, hand tools, batch plant, etc. While the Plant Manager will not be asked to operate these things continuously, having some of these skills will make him/her a better coach and troubleshooter
• Be a leader and coach leadership. Motivate crews during morning huddles. Lead effective Mid-Day meetings. Coach Leads on how to set expectations on a whiteboard and have them followed. Lead inventory counts. Promote safety best practices in meetings with other Plant Managers
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the General Manager as deemed appropriate and necessary by them

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Operations, Engineering or equivalent experience
• 10+ years of experience working in a leadership role in an industrial manufacturing environment
• Experience with precast/concrete or building materials is a plus
• Proven track record of developing, leading and maintaining a continuous improvement mindset at the plant
• Ability to work on your feet for the majority of the day in a production/plant environment subject to areas that are unheated and/or non-air conditioned
• Ability to work with computer as necessary (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, AX)
• Ability to lead and direct other individuals and work with other group leaders

Compensation

• This role has a base salary range of $100,000 to $130,000/year + 15% annual bonus
• Vacation hours of two weeks per year
• Sick leave benefits up to 56 hours per annum
• 401k plan
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Annual community volunteer paid day

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

• CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Safety Director

The Safety Director leads safety efforts across all regions and works closely with Plant Managers, Trade Managers, Manufacturing Engineers, Project Management and other partners to develop and execute strategic initiatives. This role motivates teams to deliver high quality products safely and on schedule. This position shapes the company’s safety strategies and strengthens a culture where safety is a shared responsibility. It plans, develops, implements, and oversees corporate and regional safety, health, and environmental programs in support of our core value of providing a safe working environment. Responsibilities include creating safety standards and training, monitoring compliance, and managing recognition programs.

Principal Duties and Accountabilities:

Leadership

• Engages teams through clear, informed communication and removes obstacles that impact safety performance.
• Collaborates with leaders across the U.S. Engineering family of Companies to align safety expectations and ensure products, processes, and systems meet regulatory requirements, customer expectations, and internal standards.
• Promotes continuous improvement across all safety practices.

Safety and Culture

• Promotes a commitment to safety and partners with teams to reach a goal of zero unsafe behaviors.
• Encourages a culture rooted in accountability and shared responsibility, reinforcing our organizational wide cultural norms.
• Mentors and trains teams and builds cross-functional involvement in safety initiatives.

Performance (Technical Responsibilities):

• Leads and directs regional Safety Teams to ensure alignment across all sites.
• Conducts strategic assessments Performs Strategic review and planning of Safety Systems and Processes.
• Reviews project specific safety requirements and ensures compliance with regulatory standards through effective documentation and controls.
• Monitors manufacturing activities to verify safety adherence across operations.
• Works directly with customers to resolve safety concerns and ensure satisfaction.
• Uses data and analytics to uncover trends and guide decision making.
• Stays current on industry safety standards and updates the corporate safety program to reflect best practices.
• Represents the company in safety related hearings and regulatory matters (OSHA, etc.).
• Participates in internal cross company initiatives and supports relevant community, philanthropic and industry activities.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field required

Experience:

• 10 years of safety management experience required

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Proactive leadership, clear communication, and sound judgment when addressing risk, managing incidents, and anticipating future safety needs.
• Deep understanding of safety regulations and compliance requirements
• Strong ability to identify and resolve safety issues and prevent recurrence
• Experience developing and implementing safety standards and training
• Ability to analyze data to identify trends and support decision-making
• Strong written and verbal communication skills across diverse audiences including leadership, suppliers, and customers
• Ability to work effectively with engineering, production, and project management teams to integrate safety into all operations
• Proven ability to assess safety challenges quickly and accurately
• High attention to detail in reviews, documentation, and reporting
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines and safety expectations
• Adaptability to evolving industry trends, technologies, and regulations
• Ability to build and sustain customer partnerships while addressing safety concerns
• Strong risk-identification and mitigation skills.

Physical and/or travel demands:

• Responsibilities involve work across manufacturing floors, office environments, and job sites
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, typing, and use of monitor and phone; occasional climbing, reaching, stooping, and lifting
• Travel required as necessary, including road travel and occasional flights with overnight stays

Benefits and Compensation:

• The range for this position has been established at $121K to $170K per year and is U.S. Engineering Metalwork's good faith and reasonable estimate at the time of the posting. The compensation offered to the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training.
• Your total compensation will go beyond the number on your paycheck. Team members are eligible for a year-end bonus based on company and/or individual performance as well as paid time off. An industry-leading benefits package, including health, dental, and vision plans, matching retirement contributions, and matching 529 contributions all add to your bottom line.

To apply, please visit must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring future sponsorship for employment visa status.

U.S. Engineering Metalworks is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and shall provide equal employment opportunities to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations, without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

U.S. Engineering Metalworks is compliant with the Drug Free Workplace Act, and all offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and job specifications required of employees so classified. U.S. Engineering reserves the right to revise as needed. The job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

PilotCBP Air Interdiction Agent

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Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission to protect America.

If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career with excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits and job stability, now is the time to make your move: become an Air Interdiction Agent. AMO is actively recruiting for these full-time security-based opportunities with a streamlined application process. Notably, seasoned pilots and those with military training are in demandAPPLY TODAY!

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Duty Locations

Locations are offered based on operational requirements, mission requirements, and critical agency hiring needs as determined by AMO. You must be willing to work at any duty location within the region you select to include but not limited to the following:

Southeast Region:Homestead, FL and CAMB:Aguadilla, PR

Southwest Region: Tucson and Yuma, AZ; San Diego, CA; El Paso, Laredo, and McAllen, TX

NASOC UAS locations:Sierra Vista, AZ; San Angelo, TX

Duties and Responsibilities

As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) you will perform aviation-based law enforcement operations for the detection, prevention, interdiction, and apprehension of terrorists, terrorist weapons, and other contraband and persons from illegally entering or attacking the United States. Typical duties include:

• Conducting air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities related to the interdiction of smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels.
• Monitoring behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels believed to be engaged in illegal activities.
• Collecting, refining, and analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence.
• Supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts.

Salary and Benefits

Begin your career as an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) and make up to $85,270 to - $110,846 per year based on your qualifications for the GS-11 grade level and possible extra compensation based on your duty location (see below).

Recruitment Incentive:New hires may be eligible to receive a one-time Recruitment Incentive payout of $10,000 after completing Federal Law Enforcement Training Academy (FLETC) (1 year service agreement will need to be completed) (Recruitment Incentive is only available to new Federal employees as described in 5 CFR 575.102. Eligibility will be determined by Human Resources.)

Your starting salary will include Special Salary Rate (SSR); Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP); Recruitment Incentive; and Retention Incentive.

This career ladder position has a grade level progression of GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13. You may be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level automatically (without re-applying) once you complete 52 weeks at each grade level (with supervisor approval).

Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive LEAP (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP).

• GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $106,588
• GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $127,754
• GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $151,918

Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 10% Retention Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 10% Retention Incentive UAS Sites: Sierra Vista, AZ; Grand Forks, ND; San Angelo, TX).

• GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $115,115
• GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $137,974
• GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $164,071

Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 25% Recruitment Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 25% Recruitment Incentive CAMB location only; Aguadilla, PR).

• GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $127,906
• GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $153,305
• GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $182,302

Retention Incentive: Retention Incentive is contingent on eligibility. Eligibility will be determined by Human Resources.

• RI: Retention Incentive (25% for UAS Sites, Sierra Vista, AZ, Grand Forks, ND, San Angelo, TX)

• RI: Retention Incentive (25% for Key West, FL)

RI: Retention Incentive (25% for Caribbean Air and Marine Branch (CAMB) and subordinate locations)

Air Interdiction Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering.

Qualifications

Experience:You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized professional aviation experience performing duties such as:

• Flying as a Pilot-in-Command or sole manipulator in an airplane and helicopter in all environments of flight, including night, poor weather, unfavorable terrain, low altitudes, or speed.
• Evaluating information rapidly and making judicious decisions promptly during in-flight operations.
• Developing strategies and coordinating aircraft and ground assets.
• Using information systems and databases to conduct information surveys, queries, update files and disseminate information.
• Experience may include Operation of an aircraft as Captain, Pilot in Command, Aircraft Commander, First Officer, Certified Flight Instructor, Second in Command, or Co-pilot.

Hiring Minimums:

Certification & Ratings: A current FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with one of the following ratings:

• Dual Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument rating AND Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating.
• Airplane Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument.
• Helicopter Rated: Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating.
• Equivalent military rating of the above at the time of application (eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot).

Flight Hours: Pilot Enter on Duty minimums are 1500 flight hours; (up to 500 hours can be waived, reducing the pilot enter on duty minimums to 1000 hours.

250 Pilot-in-Command hours; 75 Instrument hours; 75 Night hours (Flight Hour Waiver available, see Required Documents); and 100 Flight hours in the last 12 months This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025.

FAA Class 2 medical required for assessment dated within the last 12 calendar months; FAA Class 1, FAA Class 2 or Military medical flight clearance dated within the last 12 months qualifies to start the pre-employment process for the AIA position.

Apply at 750 hours total time: Applicants applying at 750 flight hours are required to obtain at least 1,000 flight hours (depending on the number of hours approved for a waiver) at their own expense before being able to attend the 3-part flight assessment. Applicants must still meet 250 Pilot-in-Command, 75 instrument, and 75-night hours (100 flight hours in the last 12 months. This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 4, 2026)

UAS Flight Hours:Applicants may include UAS Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) flight hours and Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) or predator-based flight hours. These hours may be credited towards satisfying the ""Total flight time"" 1,500 flight hour requirement only. UAS hours do not count towards the 250 flight hours as a Pilot in Command, 75 flight hours Instrument, and 75 flight hours Night. Flight hour logbooks will be required at the time of your Flight Assessment for verification.

Other Requirements

Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position.

Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years.

Age Requirement: Provisions of Public Laws 93-350 and 100-238 allow the imposition of a maximum age for initial appointment to a primary Law Enforcement Officer position within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In accordance with DHS Management Directive 251-03, the ""day before an individual's 37th birthday"" is the maximum age for original appointment to a position as a primary law enforcement officer within DHS. The age requirement is also necessary to ensure that you are able to complete the 20 years of applicable service for retirement.

NOTE: The Commissioner of CBP has approved a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age to 40 for original placement into an Air Interdiction Agent position.

Age Waiver: Creditable law enforcement officer service -Covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008, may be applied toward the maximum age requirement. This age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d).

Veterans' Preference Eligibility: To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference eligible veterans as determined by the Merit Systems Protection Board in its decisionIsabellav.Dept of State,the maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans' preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C. 3312. You must submit proof of Veteran's Preference (DD-214 Member 4 Copy) at the time of application.

Training:This position has a training requirement. You may be required to successfully complete the training requirement as a condition of employment. Failure to successfully complete the required course(s) of training in accordance with CBP standards and policies will result in placement into either a former or different position, demotion, or separation as determined by management and appropriate procedures.

Travel Required: You may be expected to travel for this position based on operational needs.

How to Apply

There Are Three Ways to Apply to Become an Air Interdiction Agent:

• Fill out theAir Interdiction Agent applicant checklistand email it to a recruiter at along with a copy of your resume; OR

• Apply onUSAJOBS;OR

• Apply onAirline Apps.

Stay Updated Opt into CBPs talent repository (highly recommended) by selecting the Contact a Recruiter button. For Position of Interest select Air and Marine Operations, Air Interdiction Agent, then complete the pre-screening questions. Youll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with AMO and CBP.

• Government & Military

Company Description

Don's Custom Cabinets & Countertops, a family-owned business in Longmont, Colorado, has been providing high-quality craftsmanship and technical excellence for over 40 years. We specialize in turning home and remodeling visions into reality through a proven process that includes selection, quoting, template, fabrication, and installation. Our advanced technology, including a laser template and CNC equipment, ensures precision down to the finest detail, while our expert team customizes each project to fit client needs. Working with us means joining a tight-knit team where your contributions and ideas are valued.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Manufacturing Engineering role based in Longmont, CO. The position's primary responsibility is to receive digital templates and create CNC programs to manufacture custom countertops. This includes nesting pieces onto slabs, creating digital renderings to demonstrate grain flow, and applying CNC toolpaths with intention to maximize runtime efficiency. Auxiliary responsibilities provide hands-on opportunities for the position, such as transportation of slabs via forklift and CNC operation/maintenance.

This is an opportunity to join a team of fabrication specialists and enjoy a balance between technical computer-based work and hands-on activities. The value of your work is visually apparent each day as raw materials are manufactured into high value products for the customer.

Training is provided on site and involves a rotational program to gain familiarity in relevant fields (Template, CNC Operation, Hand Polishing, Installations).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required, preference for mechanical/manufacturing
• Proficiency with CAD software
• Impeccable attention to detail and strong spatial reasoning
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively in a team setting
• Strong time management and planning skills
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment is beneficial
• Hands-on experience in any construction field is beneficial

Equipment Specifications

• Software: Alphacam, Slabmith, Moraware
• CNC Machine: Park Industries Titan Fabcenter (Saw and Router combination)
• Materials: Stone Countertops (Quartz, Granite, Quartzite, Marble, Soapstone, etc.)

Company Benefits/Job Details

• Weekly Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 4:00pm
• Paid holidays
• PTO accrual for sickness/medical appointments
• 401K Company Match
• Compensation: Salary range $65,000 - $80,000 with potential for bonus

Manufacturing Engineer I

Metalworks Manufacturing Engineer I organizes the work being performed through an in-house technology platform. This includes data collection and communication with a variety of sources and data input, plus estimating. The ME also plays a key role in productivity, quality, and safety in our manufacturing operations by utilizing knowledge of product design, fabrication, manufacturing methods and quality control standards.

Principal Duties and Accountabilities:

• Continuing Education: The MPE will demonstrate the ability to continuously learn the complex attributes of Mechanical Construction, Manufacturing and LEAN processes and Estimating/Productivity in order to help the Metalworks team achieve its operational goals.
• Safety and Quality: Demonstrates a passion to learn safety and quality programs and assist other Metalworks roles in executing Safety and Quality events.
• Culture: Be the best version of oneself in alignment with USE Company Holdings Cultural Norms.
• Performance (technical abilities):
• Facility support: The MPE will play a role in helping the office leadership research and solve operational challenges with the facility and grounds, including functional changes throughout the manufacturing processes.
• Project organization requires clear communication and interpretation of project information for processing in order to get timely, accurate data to other Metalworks team members. This includes complex, technical information that may require research and problem solving.
• Estimating: Standard labor tables are leveraged (MCAA + SMACNA) to generate labor estimates based on agreeable rates and target productivity, which can be complicated and technical. Non-Standard work activities are identified and priced accordingly.

Education:

• B.S. degree in engineering or construction management preferred.

Experience:

• 1 or more years of job-related experience.
• Possesses general knowledge of commercial/industrial mechanical systems, fabrication, and installation.
• General knowledge of manufacturing operations is a plus.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.
• Knowledge of a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to establish and analyze metrics.
• Keen ability to identify and solve problems.
• Knowledge of a wide range of construction materials, methods, and techniques.
• Strategic thinking and effective problem-solving skills. Keeps "One Company" focus.
• Effective time management skills to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and balance competing priorities.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• Ability to adapt effectively to changing priorities and deliver results.
• Ability to be self-motivating and constantly be seeking to gain knowledge of new technical practices in the controls industry.
• Ability to aid multiple issues simultaneously.
• Ability to speak clearly and exercise good judgment.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Keen ability to pay close attention to details, specifications, and quality standards.
• Ability to evaluate different options and choose the most appropriate course of action.
• Ability to effectively convey information, provide technical guidance, and contribute to team discussions.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects.

Physical and/or travel demands:

• Work will be done in a combination of environments; includes the manufacturing floor, office setting, job sites, etc.
• Requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, keyboarding, use of monitor and telephone. Occasional climbing, reaching, stooping and lifting required.
• Travel requirements: An occasional flight and overnight stay may be required, as well as road travel required to effectively execute the needs of this regional role.

Benefits and Compensation:

• The range for this position has been established at $67K to $75K per year and is U.S. Engineering -Metalwork's good faith and reasonable estimate at the time of the posting. The compensation offered to the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training. Compensation for this role includes a base salary complemented by commission opportunities based on the Account Manager’s individual sales performance and attainment of sales targets
• Your total compensation will go beyond the number on your paycheck. Team members are eligible for a year-end bonus based on company and/or individual performance as well as paid time off. An industry-leading benefits package, including health, dental, and vision plans, matching retirement contributions, and matching 529 contributions all add to your bottom line.

To apply, please visit must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring future sponsorship for employment visa status.

U.S. Engineering - Metalworks is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and shall provide equal employment opportunities to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations, without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

U.S. Engineering - Metalworks is compliant with the Drug Free Workplace Act, and all offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and job specifications required of employees so classified. U.S. Engineering reserves the right to revise as needed. The job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Do you believe no challenge is too complex to solve? You’ll fit right in at U.S. Engineering. We deliver award-winning mechanical contracting, construction, service, and maintenance solutions with a focus on performance and innovation. Our team of skilled and collaborative professionals drives every project from preconstruction through final testing, always aligned with our clients’ goals.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.