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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.
Salary: $75,000
- $80,000 per year A bit about us: We are an aerospace manufacturer specializing in advanced composites, engineered plastics, and transparency materials, supporting both commercial and defense aviation programs.
Our teams work in highly regulated environments where quality, precision, and process discipline are critical to flight safety and customer trust.
Why join us? Established aerospace manufacturer with long-term commercial and defense programs Highly technical work with composites and transparency materials Competitive compensation ($75–80k) and benefits Opportunity to grow within quality engineering and leadership tracks Job Details We are seeking a Quality Engineer to support aerospace manufacturing operations in Wichita, KS.
This role will be responsible for maintaining and improving quality systems, supporting production and inspection activities, and ensuring compliance with aerospace standards and customer requirements.
The ideal candidate has direct aerospace manufacturing experience, a strong engineering foundation, and hands-on exposure to composites and transparency materials.
Key Responsibilities Support and maintain aerospace quality systems in compliance with AS9100 and customer requirements Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions (RCCA, 8D, CAPA) for nonconformances Partner with manufacturing and engineering to improve process capability and product quality Review and approve quality documentation including FAI, inspection plans, and work instructions Support internal and external audits (customer, regulatory, and third-party) Analyze quality data and implement continuous improvement initiatives Support supplier quality activities as needed, including evaluations and corrective actions Ensure compliance with all applicable aerospace, regulatory, and customer standards Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (required) 3+ years of aerospace manufacturing quality engineering experience (required) Hands-on experience in a regulated aerospace environment (AS9100) Experience with composite materials strongly preferred Experience with transparency materials (acrylics, polycarbonate, canopies, windows) highly preferred Strong working knowledge of root cause analysis, corrective actions, and quality tools Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, engineering, and leadership Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.
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