Nuclear Safety Analyst/Engineer

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About Aalo Atomics
Aalo Atomics is pioneering a new era in clean energy with factory-fabricated microreactors designed to deliver affordable, scalable, and reliable nuclear power. Our mission is to make nuclear energy globally accessible, starting with the Aalo-1, a 10 MWe reactor leveraging cutting-edge safety, modularity, and efficiency. Based in Austin, TX, we’re rapidly growing as we work to deploy the world’s first fleet of advanced microreactors. Join us and help revolutionize energy for a sustainable future.

About the role
We are seeking a Nuclear Safety Analyst/Engineer to support the development, maintenance, and implementation of nuclear safety programs at the Aalo-X campus. Reporting to the Nuclear Safety Manager, this role is responsible for performing nuclear safety analyses, supporting the safety basis for Aalo’s nuclear facilities, and ensuring compliance with DOE nuclear safety requirements across facility design, construction, and operations.
The Nuclear Safety Analyst/Engineer will contribute to safety basis documentation, unreviewed safety question evaluations, hazard analyses, and the integration of nuclear safety requirements into day-to-day operations. You will work closely with engineering, operations, and regulatory teams to ensure that safety considerations are effectively addressed throughout the facility lifecycle. This role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on the safe deployment of a first-of-a-kind microreactor.
What you'll do

• Support the development, review, and maintenance of safety basis documents, including Documented Safety Analyses, Technical Safety Requirements, and supporting hazard and accident analyses.
• Perform and document Unreviewed Safety Question screenings and evaluations for proposed changes to the facility, procedures, and operations in accordance with 10 CFR 830.
• Conduct hazard identification, categorization, and analysis activities for nuclear facilities, including consequence and likelihood assessments.
• Support the classification and functional requirements definition for safety-class and safety-significant structures, systems, and components.
• Assist in the identification and evaluation of Potential Inadequacies in the Safety Analysis and the development of compensatory measures.
• Participate in facility walkdowns, design reviews, and operational assessments to verify implementation of safety basis requirements.
• Support the integration of nuclear safety requirements into facility design, construction, commissioning, and operations.
• Prepare technical reports, safety evaluations, and presentations for internal stakeholders and DOE oversight organizations.
• Contribute to the Integrated Safety Management System, including hazard identification and mitigation activities across facility operations.
• Support readiness assessments, operational readiness reviews, and other startup authorization activities as assigned.
• Maintain nuclear safety procedures and s

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ng working relationships with engineering, operations, and regulatory teams built on technical credibility and responsiveness.

• Proactive identification of safety concerns and potential improvements, contributing to the continuous strengthening of Aalo’s safety posture.
• Active contribution to a safety culture where nuclear safety considerations are understood and prioritized across the organization.

What It Takes to Succeed at Aalo
We’re building technology that will help reshape the future of energy. The pace is fast, the problems are difficult, and the expectations are high. Successful team members consistently demonstrate:

• Extreme Ownership — You take responsibility for outcomes, not just tasks. You proactively identify problems, drive solutions, and follow through.
• A Passion for Solving Hard Problems — You are energized by challenges that others avoid and enjoy finding practical solutions to complex technical issues.
• A Sense of Urgency — You move quickly, make thoughtful decisions, and maintain momentum while balancing quality and execution.

Requirements

• Based in the United States
• Willing to work on-site in Idaho Falls, ID

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Corporate Gym Membership

Additional Information

Aalo Atomics provides a collaborative and supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, intellectually challenging careers, and competitive compensation. Aalo Atomics is an equal opportunity employer and considers all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Persons in compliance with 10 CFR Part 810 and may not hold non-compliant foreign citizenships.
Direct applicants only. No recruiters or staffing agencies, please.