Engineer / Physical Scientist

The posting, as SCT wrote it

SCT is a firm that partners and collaborates with our clients to deliver results and navigate complex challenges. We bring specialized expertise in strategic planning, organizational effectiveness, data analytics, talent management, human capital management, and PMO services. Our core values, that we apply to everything we do, are Integrity, Superior Value, Excellence, Teamwork, Empowerment and Continuous Learning.

We value highly and therefore cultivate a collaborative working culture that emphasizes each employee's strengths and interests in building our team and delivering for clients.

Description

Strategy Consulting Team (SCT) is seeking multiple Engineer/Physical Scientist candidates to support the Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE/NNSA), Office of Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (NA-11). Positions may be filled at the junior or senior level based on experience and contract requirements.

Selected candidates will provide technical, analytical, programmatic, and integration support for research and development activities that advance stockpile stewardship, experimental science, and the broader Nuclear Security Enterprise. These positions will work closely with NNSA Federal Program Managers, national laboratories, Nuclear Security Enterprise sites, academic institutions, and other mission partners.

Employment offers will be contingent upon contract award, verification of qualifications, satisfaction of applicable security requirements, and Government approval when required.

Duties

Responsibilities may vary by assignment and level of experience and may include:

• Provide scientific and engineering expertise in support of NA-11 research, development, testing, evaluation, and experimental science programs.
• Serve as a technical advisor or program management specialist supporting the planning, execution, monitoring, and evaluation of research and development projects.
• Review proposed projects, project data sheets, technical plans, program documentation, and supporting data to assess technical sufficiency, feasibility, relevance, cost effectiveness, risks, duplication, potential synergies, and alignment with program requirements.
• Evaluate ongoing programs and research activities for technical viability, progress, performance, deliverables, metrics, emerging challenges, and opportunities for coordination across the Nuclear Security Enterprise.
• Review and analyze scientific and technical information related to nuclear weapons and NA-11 programs, including national laboratory reports, research papers, technical memoranda, plans, presentations, and professional publications.
• Develop, conduct, facilitate, and document technical reviews of projects, programs, experiments, and proposed activities.
• Participate on technical review teams evaluating technical readiness, project risks, mitigation strategies, schedules, costs, key performance parameters, workforce capabilities, and skil

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g test or the ability to obtain one. Access to classified information and facilities will be subject to DOE security requirements.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex scientific or engineering information and translate findings into clear, defensible recommendations and decision-support products.
• Experience supporting research and development projects, technical programs, experiments, or formal scientific and engineering reviews.
• Strong technical writing, briefing, collaboration, and stakeholder-communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with Federal Program Managers, scientists, engineers, national laboratory personnel, academic researchers, and senior stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and produce accurate, complete, and timely work in a mission-driven environment.
• Ability and willingness to travel as required.

Location : Work will be performed at DOE/NNSA facilities in the Washington, DC, area. The position may require local travel among DOE facilities and periodic travel to Nuclear Security Enterprise sites, national laboratories, academic institutions, conferences, and technical reviews.

Compensation: The anticipated salary range for this full-time position is $125,000 to $250,000 annually. The final salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and contractual requirements, as applicable.

SCT offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible full-time employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage; employer paid basic life and short-term disability insurance; voluntary supplemental insurance options; paid time off and paid holidays; and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching, subject to plan eligibility requirements.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.