K-Area NMC&A Manager

10-Mar-2026

Environmental, Safety, Health & Quality

10698BR

Who We Are

As the Savannah River Site's management and operations contractor since 2008, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) makes the world safer. With safety and security in the forefront, SRNS develops innovative approaches to deliver on our environmental commitments and nuclear materials challenges; supplies products and services necessary to maintain the nation's nuclear deterrent; secures nuclear materials to prevent unwanted proliferation; and transforms nuclear materials into assets and stable wasteforms. The SRNS workforce is highly capable, engaged, and adaptable to meet existing and expanding missions. SRNS employees apply superior expertise and innovative solutions to complex and challenging national and global issues. We have the knowledge to address a range of national and international nuclear issues. We make the world safer - and you can, too.

Job Family

Safeguards & Security

Discipline

Nuclear Material Safeguards

Career Level

M2

Salary Range

$104,940 - $147,168

Note for Salary

This is the range within which SRNS expects the majority of qualified candidates would enter this role if offered. Actual offers may be more or less than the amounts shown depending on candidate's qualifications, experience, internal equity, and other factors.

Job Family Description

Site Security personnel safeguard individuals, property, information, and assets against potential threats and unwanted access. They monitor security systems and respond promptly to security incidents. They assess security and emergency risks and implement training and preventative measures. They ensure compliance with security procedures and requirements.

Discipline Description

Nuclear material safeguard specialists analyze the performance, documentation and compliance of technical special nuclear material theft and sabotage programs for facilities containing significant quantities of nuclear and chemical materials in support of site protection planning, and compliance with regulations. They oversee the tracking, documentation, and control of nuclear materials and assets within a facility or organization. They ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, maintain accurate inventory records, and implement security measures to prevent loss or unauthorized access to nuclear materials. They perform assessments and develop physical, policy, and procedural improvements to correct identified weaknesses.

Some Typical Duties & Responsibilities Include:

* Lead the K-Area Nuclear Material Control & Accountability (NMC&A) group. This individual is responsible for the specific implementation of Department of Energy (DOE) Order 474.2A requirements in all K-Area facilities which is a operational area within Savannah River Site (SRS).
* Serve as primary interface between facility management, senior management manager, and federal customers.
* Responsible for training and development of qualified and competent NMC&A staff
* Serve as a Material Balance Area (MBA) Custodian for select K-Area facilities with the primary responsibility of maintaining control and accountability of nuclear material in an operational environment. Additional duties include performing process monitoring, reconciling nuclear material inventory data, and authorizing transfers and receipts for nuclear material.
* Additional duties include developing and maintaining plans, strategies and reports for implementation of safeguards requirements in an operational environment. Also includes reviewing and approving procedures for compliance with safeguards requirements, investigating and reporting on safeguards related anomalies and developing and issues investigations and reports pertaining to safeguards activities.

Required Qualifications

* Eight or more years of experience (YOE) as an individual contributor in one or more of the roles managed, OR Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field plus five or more years of experience (YOE) in one or more of the roles managed, OR Master's Degree in a relevant field plus three or more year of experience (YOE) in one or more of the roles managed
* Equivalencies to experience and education requirements will be considered

We'd Also Like to See

* Previous Nuclear Material Control and Accountability Experience
* Previous experience in nuclear material operations, engineering or radiation control (i.e. experience in a previous job where the individual performed nuclear material handling, radiation control functions, technical evaluations, regulatory implementation or transportation functions, etc)
* May require enrollment and maintaining Human Reliability Program acceptance.
* May require certifications such as Radiation Worker

Career Band

Management

Career Band Description

* Roles in this band provide people management direction to ensure the overall effective functioning of a function, sub-function, department or administrative process by implementing strategies and processes, and by building a high-performing team
* Achieves goals through the work of others
* Management responsibilities include performance appraisals, pay reviews, training and development
* Job focus is on managing others and applying operational or strategic management skills

Career Level Description

Manages professional employees with accountability for the performance and results of their team, and is guided by policies, procedures and departmental plans while receiving guidance from senior leadership.

Security Clearance Information

SRNS is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug & alcohol test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, criminal records, and employment history, and education verifications. Positions with SRNS may require applicants to obtain and maintain a DOE L or Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Factors such as pre-employment background review results, dual citizenship status, and unpaid and/or unfiled taxes may impact your ability to obtain a security clearance. This list of factors is not exhaustive; pre-employment information and security clearance requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Clearance Required to Perform Job

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What We Offer

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) Benefits team is constantly assessing trends in the benefits area to provide the best possible services to our workforce. We ensure high quality outcomes of each service provider by consistent monitoring and oversight for positive results. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce. Your SRNS Health & Welfare benefits provide peace of mind and financial protection for you and your family. Some of the Benefits offered to full service employees include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
- Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
- Employer paid life insurance with buy up options
- Employer paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Various wellness programs
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Discounts and other supplemental benefits
SRNS employees are critical to the success of SRNS, all while making the world a safer place. The work that we do every day makes a difference.

Standards of Excellence

The SRNS vision states that we will "be the standard of excellence in nuclear materials management by delivering knowledge, innovation and experience." This is underpinned by the recognition that everything we do relies on our employees and how they demonstrate the SRNS Standards of Excellence every day. Built on the foundation of safety and security, each employee is expected to:
Model Excellence by demonstrating the highest standards and values in work and promoting them within the organization and to the customer.
Deliver Results by meeting customer expectations to ensure objectives, goals and deadlines are met while being good stewards of resources.
Energize and Recognize Teams through growing organizational strength and recognizing continued excellence.
Build Relationships by developing relationships with coworkers and customers to foster a respectful workplace.
Shape the Future by creating a diverse, innovative and integrated workforce that fosters mission success and company growth.

Note:

SRNS is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. SRNS utilizes the Disabled Veteran Enhancement Opportunities program which is aimed at improving employment opportunities for disabled veterans at the Savannah River Site (SRS). SRNS is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, you may contact us by phone at 803-952-8207, or by e-mail at hrrecruiting@srs.gov.

Job Expires

18-Mar-2026