NUCLEAR ENGINEER OFFICER FL
The intricate machinery aboard our nuclear-powered aircraft carriers and submarines is complex—but managing the intricacies between people demands just as much expertise. As part of the Navy’s Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate Program (NUPOC), you’ll join a world-renowned team of engineers, scientists and educators who manage the Sailors and maintain the propulsion plants for the Navy’s most important assets.
From day-one, your skills in math, science and engineering will be put to the test in hands-on environments. You could be in command of the entire reactor and propulsion plant on a billion-dollar warship, or you could serve behind the scenes as reactors engineer. There are even teaching positions available for Officers to instruct the next on the fundamentals of nuclear power. Your opportunities in the world of nuclear power are as diverse as your skillset.
NUCLEAR ENGINEER JOBS:
NAVAL REACTORS ENGINEER
Naval Reactors Engineers have oversight of the Navy's entire fleet of nuclear-powered ships as well as shore-based prototypes and nuclear propulsion support facilities for America’s Navy. The wide array of technical areas involved in the Naval Nuclear Propulsion program include:
Reactor and fluid systems design
Reactor physics
Materials development
Component design such as steam generators, pumps and valves
Instrumentation and control of reactor, steam and electric plants
Testing and quality control
Shielding
Chemistry and radiological controls
NUCLEAR SURFACE WARFARE OFFICER
Nuclear-powered aircraft carriers are among our country’s most valuable tools of diplomacy. It is the main responsibility of Nuclear Surface Warfare Officers to ensure that Sailors in the Reactor Department maintain and operate the ship’s complex reactor, power and propulsion systems safely and efficiently. Join the nuclear-trained community of Officers who lead these incredible cities at sea. As a SWO, you could do any of the following:
Directing personnel operations aboard Navy vessels, such as aircraft carriers, cruisers, destroyers, amphibious warfare ships, mine warfare ships and frigates
Managing shipboard vertical launch systems and weapons systems
Using computer displays and advanced technology in battle and ship defense
Providing support to Navy expeditionary forces, Theater Air Missile operations, anti-submarine warfare, surface-to-air warfare, and support and supply missions
NUCLEAR SUBMARINE OFFICERS
They’re among the most advanced, secretive vessels in the Navy, diving to undisclosed depths. And their Officers are among the most respected and most highly trained. Navy Nuclear Submarine Officers lead a critically important team of Sailors and supervise all reactor operations, power and propulsion systems onboard our subs. As one of these highly-skilled Officers, you could be in charge of any of the following:
Operating a nuclear reactor and nuclear propulsion system
Maintaining onboard weapons systems
Managing atmosphere control and fire control
Driving the vessel and charting its position
Operating communications and intelligence equipment
PAY, BENEFITS & EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Our people are our most valuable assets, so we care for them well. With world-class training, opportunity to pay for college and advanced degrees, access to the best health care in the country, retirement plans, tax incentives, and more perks than you could have imagined, Navy active-duty benefits are the most competitive out there.
Earn up to $200,000 while finishing your degree
Regular monthly income ranging from $4,500 to $7,000 for up to 30 months prior to your graduation (18 months for Naval Reactors Engineer)
Free graduate education through Post 9/11 GI Bill
Receive an immediate one-time sign-on bonus of $15,000
30 days of paid vacation time each year
Competitive and pay and bonuses: Total compensation at 4 years of service for Lieutenant in San Diego, CA (over $130,000)
Automatic Promotions based on ability and performance
Comprehensive medical and dental care at no cost to sailor
Low-cost childcare services
Opportunities to travel the world
Excellent retirement benefits including Blended Retirement System/Pension and 5% 401K Government matching contribution
Food allowances
A housing allowance that is based upon the location of the school you attend
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
To be an eligible candidate, you must be:
A U.S.
19-29 years old ( waiver may be approved on case-by-case basis)
In pursuit of a bachelor's degree within 2.5 years from graduation (18 months for Naval Reactors Engineer) and be currently enrolled full time, or have obtained a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution
Completion of one year of calculus through differential and integral calculus with a grade of B or better
Completion of one year of calculus-based physics with a grade of B or better
Complete the rigorous NUPOC interview process with the Admiral in charge of the Naval Nuclear Propulsion program, who personally selects all prospective Nuclear Officers
Prior Service Navy and other branches of service are welcome to apply
Makeup of a competitive candidate:
GPA > 3.0, preferably in preferably in mathematics, engineering, physics, chemistry or other technical areas
Physical fitness
Extra-curricular activities
Community involvement
Outstanding character
Great leadership potential
Excellent communication skills