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OVERVIEW

Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Advisor, Engineering & Technical Support Specialist / Senior Technical Advisor to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Savannah River Nuclear Solutions in Aiken, SC.

L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts.

L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The main duties include, but are not limited to:

·         Plan, develop, implement and administer a variety of broad or unique technical or programmatic functions in direct support of engineering, scientific, or computing related activities and functions,

·         Provide technical guidance, direction, oversight, and leadership to a functional work group(s), section or unit in a technical support capacity,

·         Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) or act in a predominantly lead capacity and may direct the work of others in a non-supervisory capacity,

·         Apply the highest technical experience in field of specialization or broad-based experience in multiple technical fields to resolve complex problems,

·         Incorporate advanced technical practices and a variety of complex features directly or indirectly in support of engineering, computing, or scientific activities in the area, department, section, unit or work group assigned,

·         Provide leadership in determining solutions to complex,

·         Receive assignments in the form of generally defined objectives and establish goals to meet objectives,

·         Exhibit complete competency at the highest technical or programmatic level as demonstrated by both personal expertise and the effective direction and leadership of assigned work group,

·         Enhances the technical capabilities of the group by implementing new and improved analyses and methodologies,

·         Evaluate the results of programs and prepare reports and recommendations based on these evaluations,

·         Identify and recommend improvements where existing or established technology components and methodology are inadequate for solution,

·         Plans, prioritizes and coordinates work for others in order to meet unit or work deadlines,

·         Define specific problems based on general information from management or customers,

·         Plan technical effort and coordinate activities with those in other divisions, departments, and sections in focus areas to solve problems.

·         Communicate results and objectives verbally and in manuscript form to customers, colleagues, and management,

·         Evaluate proposals and make recommendations based on proposed projects/tasks in area of assignment,

·         Often functions as customer interface and liaison for the department for programs and projects,

·         Establish and recommend changes to policy which affect subordinate organizations,

·          Provide centralized control of a program or process that supports technical activities,

·         Develop, implement and conduct training for personnel and management impacted by assigned programmatic, technical or support function,

·         May assist the manager in the preparation, forecasting and reporting of organization performance, budgets, manpower requirements, workload distribution and the development of resource requirements,

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

·         Bachelor's degree in a technical field and at least 15 years of experience relevant to the functional technical area supported,

·         Associate’s degree and 18 years relevant experience,

·         High School Diploma and 20+ years of relevant experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

·         Candidate must demonstrate a minimum of 20 years of operation and technical experience in the Tritium Facilities (NNSA) or the commercial nuclear industry,

·         Candidate must have been certified/qualified in one of the Tritium Facilities and has in-depth knowledge of Tritium Processes to include (Unloading, Mixing, Z-Bed Recovery and Mass Spectrometry etc.),

·         Previous experience with the use and implementation of DOE Order 426.2, 4B Manual, 2S Manual Conduct of Operation, and related directives and standards,

·          Demonstrated proficiency in the Oral Board processes, Comprehensive Exams, JPM’s and Technical Study Guides for Operation/Engineering/Maintenance,

·         Candidate must demonstrate personal accountability for facility/project schedules, deadlines, budgets, and the safe performance of work; and proficiency in performing Nuclear Technical Support assessments

·         Ability to work in a diverse work environment,

·         Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening in accordance with Federal requirements (details below),

·         Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

·         Previous experience on DOE sites and programs,

·         Demonstrated previous Tritium experience is preferred.

·         Candidates who have possessed an active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two (2) years are preferred.

LOCATION

Aiken, South Carolina

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

Please note that marijuana remains a Schedule I controlled substance under Federal Law. Federal contractors must follow Federal drug-free workplace rules, which prohibit marijuana use, even if medical or recreational use is permitted under State Law.   

SALARY AND BENEFITS

As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.

L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.