TITLE: Nuclear Safety Engineer/Consultant and Specialist Management
SCOPE:
The Subcontractor shall be experienced in Hazard and Accident Analysis (HA) for a DOE non-reactor nuclear facility. The subcontractor will need to have experience in Documented Safety Analysis (DSA) preparation, hazard analysis, accident analysis, and hazard control selection. The subcontractor will be required to travel to Los Alamos to participate in document development meetings with CHTRU and other supporting personnel. The subcontractor should have experience or familiarity with the Unreviewed Safety Question (USQ) process.
SPECIFIC TASKS
Technical Scope Description
Task 1.1: Support Hazard and Accident Analysis for the Area G DSA Operational Efficiency project.
Task 1.2: Assist in the development of a Documented Safety Analysis (DSA) revision and the development of technical solutions to complex Hazard and Accident Analysis problems.
Task 1.3: Support document reviews as directed by the Area G DSA Operational Efficiency Project Manager, Nuclear Safety Project Lead, and/or the Nuclear Safety and Criticality Director.
Basis of Estimate
Support will be as required up to full time. 1 full-time P235S Level 5 with base 40 hours weekly. Overtime is authorized for this position.
All work in the Statement of Work, Section D, is unclassified. A clearance is not required for this position.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Uses in-depth experience involving Nuclear Safety and Engineering with an understanding of regulatory and project management, as well as being knowledgeable of requirements and guidance documentation contained within a DOE environment.
Applies extensive technical expertise in Nuclear Safety. Develops technical solutions to complex Hazard and Accident Analysis problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity. Work is performed without appreciable direction. Works under consultative direction toward long-range goals and objectives. Assignments are often self-initiated.
Provides other complex technical support and analysis as requested by the Area G DSA Operational Efficiency Project Manager, Nuclear Safety Project Lead, and/or the Nuclear Safety and Criticality Director. Develops solutions to problems of unusual complexity which require a high degree of ingenuity, creativity, and innovativeness. Challenges are frequently unique, and solutions may serve as precedent for future decisions.
Exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of various and complex assignments. Works under consultative direction toward predetermined long-range goals and objectives. Determines and pursues courses of action necessary to obtain desired results. Work checked through consultation and agreement with others rather than by formal review of superior.
If assigned, will guide the successful completion of the Area G DSA Operational Efficiency project deliverables or other important mission-enabling documents. Represents organization as a technical contact on project inputs.
Knowledge of current DSA submittal requirements and analysis criteria, including but not limited to:
DOE STD-3009-2014
DOE STD-5506-2021
DOE Hazard Analysis Methodology
DOE Accident Analysis Methodology
DSA Standard Format and Content
Unreviewed Safety Question process
Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelors' degree in appropriate discipline; however, a combination of education and relevant experience wherein the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the position's duties and responsibilities have been adequately demonstrated is acceptable.
PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE
The period of performance (POP) will be upon award through April 29, 2026. The expert may work up to providing full time support through the period.
PLACE OF PERFORMANCE
Travel will be necessary, see below. Most work can be performed remotely.
TRAVEL - Travel will be necessary to perform site walk downs and interact with facility personnel. Work can be done remote and upon execution of the PO, telecommuting forms will be required.
Spectra Tech, Inc.
Jul 25, 2025