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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.

Onsite Position.

M-F, 8-5

1 year assignment to start, most likely will end up being 2 years

This site rebuilds engines and is going through a large revamp. They are looking to change the layout, bring in new technology, etc. The manager is looking for a Sr. level Industrial Engineer to spearhead this project. The manager is looking for someone with plant-wide experience, rather than smaller project experience.

The ideal candidate will have:

-Ramp up/ramp down experience

-Experienced with time studies and recognizing gaps

-Experience integrating new technology and process at a plant level

-Value stream mapping/Lean methodology experience

-Ability to successfully launch new products, new processes, plant layouts

-Ability to successfully determine resources, material, time, etc for new processes and procedures

-Team player

-Good work ethic

This position does come with a higher level of visibility which could lead to future opportunities to grow within Company

Job Summary:

Assists with the design, improvement, and installation of integrated manufacturing or administrative systems which use people, materials, information, equipment, and energy.

Key Responsibilities:

Assists with the creation of standard work methods for new and current production lines.

Assists with the design of safe and efficient work stations for manufacturing environments, using plant layout, ergonomic, and work station design principles.

Assists with cost analysis on make vs. buy decisions for component or sub-assemblies.

Competencies:

Communicates effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

Ergonomic Fundamentals - Understands ergonomic concepts by applying ergonomic standards, guidelines, controls and tools to reduce ergonomic risk to employees while at work.

Health and Safety Fundamentals - Champions and models proactive health and safety behaviors by identifying, reporting and participating in actions to improve health and safety in order to build an interdependent culture and contribute to an injury-free workplace.

Line Balancing - Evaluates work activities performed by individuals or machines to identify opportunities to optimize operating time and distributing of the work content to meet the changes in customer demands while continuing to optimize manufacturing processes.

Manufacturing Analysis Led Design - Uses digital tools to model and simulate manufacturing processes, equipment and performance to make data driven decisions before changes are made and to drive continuous improvements.

Manufacturing Knowledge - Demonstrates the knowledge of manufacturing by correctly implementing changes in current processes, equipment, and applications to meet the function's needs and contribute towards continuous improvement.

Process Layout - Creates and/or modifies an optimized manufacturing process by incorporating knowledge of equipment, human interfaces, sequences of production steps, and facilities requirements in order to reduce process time and waste.

Work Measurement - Quantifies and evaluates the elements of work that make up a process by breaking it down into detailed steps to identify and reduce waste, and redistribute work content to optimize process flows.

Values differences - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

Continuous Process Improvement - Recognizes areas in which a process can be improved by properly implementing process improvement and waste reduction methodologies to reduce process cost and improve quality in current manufacturing processes.

Drawing Interpretation - Integrates product design and manufacturing equipment engineering drawings to support the design and development of an optimal manufacturing process that meets product design specifications.

Industrial Engineering Knowledge - Integrates the pillars of industrial engineering techniques by applying a comprehensive and quantitative analysis to available data to be used as decision factors for the development or improvement of manufacturing processes to contribute to the most efficient process.

Education, Licenses, Certifications:

College, university, or degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) or related field, or equivalent experience required.

This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Experience:

Basic level of relevant work experience required.

An innovative aerospace technology company developing high-reliability communication systems for space and airborne platforms is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to lead continuous improvement initiatives across engineering and manufacturing operations.

This role is ideal for a hands-on quality leader who combines Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methodologies to drive measurable operational impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify improvement opportunities and implement root cause countermeasures
• Lead Kaizen events and cross-functional process improvement initiatives
• Develop and execute Value Stream Mapping (VSM) roadmaps aligned with business objectives
• Champion Lean and Six Sigma principles across engineering and manufacturing teams
• Mentor and develop internal Lean practitioners
• Conduct machine capability (CmK) and measurement system (GR&R) studies
• Support AS9100 / ISO9001 audits and QMS compliance activities
• Develop and track performance metrics to drive operational excellence

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (Engineering or related field preferred)
• 5+ years of experience in quality engineering or continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment
• Experience working within AS9100 or ISO9001 Quality Management Systems
• Proven experience leading Kaizen events and eliminating waste
• Strong background in Root Cause Analysis, Lean, Six Sigma, and Value Stream Mapping
• Strong communication and cross-functional leadership skills

Preferred

• Aerospace or high-reliability electronics manufacturing experience
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
• AS9100 / ISO auditor experience

Duration: 12 Months (Possibility of extension/conversion based on performance and budget)

Client: One of the largest Diesel Engines and Power Generators manufacturers in the US

Overview:

We are seeking Production Associate who will be assisting in the teardown of high horsepower diesel engines. This job role rotates employees through the disassembly of the engine, cleaning of the components, and inspection of the parts to prepare them for the next stage in production.

Duties:

• Assisting in the teardown of high horsepower diesel engines.
• This job role rotates employees through the disassembly of the engine, cleaning of the components, and inspection of the parts to prepare them for the next stage in production.

Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or equivalent certification of secondary education.
2. Engine experience.
3. Mechanical competency and ability to work with hand tools.
4. Attention to detail and ability to learn/adapt to new skills.

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Joining our team means being part of a dynamic environment where your skills are valued, and your contributions make a real difference. We offer diverse opportunities for career growth and development. Embark on a rewarding journey with us in shaping the future of organic dairy!

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About the Job:

We are currently looking to hire a Customer Experience Specialist!

The Customer Experience Specialist is accountable for managing the order to delivery process for customer accounts. They are the face of Horizon Family Brands to our customers. The Customer Experience Specialist will proactively lead the resolution of all issues related to customer orders. They collaborate with our customers and Field Sales to meet service objectives and deliver growth. They are responsible for driving productivity initiatives and delivering cost and service improvements in partnership with Supply Chain and Field Sales. Minimal travel required.

The role can be remote with a preference to be based in Broomfield, CO/hybrid.

This role may be responsible for, but not limited to:

Customer Order & Logistics Management

• Manages customer accounts, from order receipt to delivery including order fill, transportation planning, on time delivery monitoring, exception management and supporting promotions, seasonal and new item launch management.
• Customer relationship management – effectively deliver communications on service interruptions and product availability.
• Acts as first point of contact to investigate problems and facilitate issue resolution to allow for timely and efficient processing of sales orders and invoicing.
• Monitors service performance and drives service improvement by analyzing root cause, recommending and implementing improvements to advance service performance.

Productivity & Process Improvement

• Identifies opportunities to innovate, improve service and/or reduce cost. Analyzes opportunities, develops recommendations and implements process improvements that deliver results.
• Drives cross functional collaboration with Supply Chain, Customer and Field Sales to achieve supply chain efficiencies.
• Develops and maintains process and procedure documentation.
• Develops and maintains training content; plans and provides training to new hires.
• Manage customer scorecards and provide service level reporting to internal and external partners; responsible for maintaining service performance including root cause analysis and managing service to targets.
• Maintains master data supporting the customer order to deliver process.
• Monitors and manages EDI transaction processing, supporting customer order to delivery processes.

The base compensation range for this position is $60,000 - $65,000 commensurate with experience.

About You:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree required (3-5 years relevant experience and/or 1-3 years internal experience may be considered in lieu of degree)
• 3 years of progressive Customer Service, Logistics or Supply Chain experience required
• SAP experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to work well in a self-managed team environment. This includes cooperatively scheduling work, vacation, hours, and team task assignments.
• Demonstrated experience in Order Fulfillment & Management, Transportation, Pricing Structure and the Credit and Returns process.
• Demonstrated experience or relevant knowledge in the following areas: SAP, PBI/MicroStrategy or other report creation software, Forecasting, Planning, Inventory Management preferred.
• Ability to apply a logical, creative and comprehensive approach to problem solving
• Capacity to comfortably interact with all levels of the business and customers to deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Judgment to resolve issues with the appropriate sense of urgency including after standard business hours support.
• Ability to maintain productivity and professionalism while under pressure to meet strict deadlines and balance multiple priorities. Displays attention to detail for both accuracy and content.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally to analyze issues, develop corrective actions or continuous improvement process, and align stakeholders to implement the change and communicate the outcome.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Intermediate level Microsoft Office skills required- emphasis on ability to use Excel formulas, functions and pivot tables.