Nuclear Facilities Operations Specialist

Nuclear Facilities Operations Specialist I

MSTS (Mission Support and Test Services, LLC) manages and operates the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS) for the U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). Our mission is to help ensure the security of the United States and its allies by providing high‑hazard experimentation and incident response capabilities. Our vision is to be the user site of choice for large‑scale, high‑hazard, national security experimentation with premier facilities below ground, on the ground, and in the air.

• MSTS offers highly competitive salaries and benefits, including medical, dental, vision; a pension and 401(k); paid time off and 96 hours of paid holidays; relocation (if located more than 75 miles from the work location); tuition assistance and reimbursement; and more.
• MSTS is a limited liability company consisting of Honeywell International Inc., Jacobs Engineering Group Inc., and HII Nuclear Inc.

• Assist facility management in developing CONOPS culture focused on specific hazards.
• Provide support and feedback during 3‑year matrix updates as required per DOE O 422.1, “Conduct of Operations.”
• Develop proficiency in Conduct of Operations principles (shift turnover, communications, repeat backs, procedure/compliance, log keeping, required reading, alarm response, etc.).
• Exercise judgment as a CONOPS representative within the level of responsibility, allocated to a facility, project, document, or procedure review team, or other working groups as directed.
• Review and understand DOE orders, standards, policies, and procedures to identify hazardous conditions and operations.
• Support the improvement and training of DAF Operations through review of Standard, Abnormal, and Emergency Operating procedures.
• Assist in the development, review, and implementation of the facility Safety Basis.
• Periodically review procedural controls to ensure all changes impacting facility operations are appropriate, necessary, and viable.
• Promptly identify deficiencies and communicate findings to DAF management.
• Comply with established regulations and procedures for environment, safety, health, and quality.
• Perform other duties assigned by Management.

• Bachelor’s degree in a field related to the position or equivalent training and experience.
• Experience with requirements‑based systems for facility or maintenance operations.
• Training or experience with high explosives handling and operations, or chemical handling, storage, transfer, and controlled release activities.
• Experience in nuclear operations or nuclear maintenance such as those found at DOE nuclear facilities, commercial power plants, or U.S. Navy nuclear experience is a plus.
• Ability to read and follow detailed instructions using Standard Operating Procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; computer skills in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook are desired.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q‑Level security clearance, requiring U.S. citizenship and a minimum of 18 years of age.
• Work schedule:
  
  4/10s Monday through Thursday (subject to change).
• Work location:
  
  Forward Area of NNSS (approximately 65 miles northwest of Las Vegas, Nevada).
• Pre‑placement physical examination with drug screening is required. MSTS maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

• MSTS requires a pre‑employment drug test and a federal background investigation for access to classified information or classified material.
• Severe conduct, falsification of information, criminal activity, or other indicators of untrustworthiness can result in denial or termination of DOE security clearance.
• All applicants must be able to obtain a DOE Q‑Level clearance, requiring U.S. citizenship and eligibility for access to classified matter.

MSTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. MSTS is a background screening, drug‑free workplace.

Annual salary range: $65,936.00 – $98,904.00.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Pension and 401(k)
• Paid time off and 96 paid holidays
• Relocation assistance (if >75 miles)
• Tuition assistance and reimbursement

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Government Administration