Nuclear Systems Engineer (3669)

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting a Nuclear Systems Engineer (3669) in Idaho Falls, ID.

Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client’s success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense.

The Nuclear Systems Engineer will serve as the cognizant system engineer supporting the a reactor design. This role is responsible for overseeing safety-related reactor systems—covering design, operations, performance tracking, and lifecycle support.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and recommend design improvements for advanced micro-reactor demonstrators.
• Monitor reactor systems during operations, including data tracking, trending, and upkeep.
• Ensure all systems meet national consensus safety standards (codes and regulations).
• Perform engineering calculations, specifications, system analyses, and testing.
• Maintain configuration management and design documentation.
• Collaborate with program managers and lead engineers to ensure nuclear safety compliance.
• Design support systems, including P&IDs, PLC logic, layouts, and wiring.
• Produce detailed design drawings such as physical layouts and installation details.
• Create system and equipment design documents including process and instrument control drawings and system design descriptions.

Requirements

Required:

• Proficient in systems-engineering lifecycle practices (INCOSE/NASA/DoD frameworks), requirements management, SEMP development, and configuration management tools.
• Familiarity with systems-engineering toolchains, PLM/ALM platforms, relational databases, and version control systems.
• Proven ability to assess and enhance engineering processes and implement continuous improvements.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear, Mechanical, Aerospace, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• 5–8 years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree with 3–6 years.
• Experience with safety-related reactor systems in a nuclear power environment.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain a DOE Q-clearance.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with advanced micro-reactor technologies.
• Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills.

Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, U.S. citizenship is required.

 Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status, or any classification protected by applicable state or local law.

EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability