Principal Nuclear Physicist

2 days ago


Derby, Derby, United Kingdom Rolls-Royce plc Full time
Estimated Salary: £60,000 - £90,000 per annum

At Rolls-Royce plc, we are the sole provider and technical authority for propulsion system design and development for the Royal Navy's nuclear submarine fleet. As a Criticality Physicist, you will work in a pivotal role within our business to support the design, manufacture, transport, commissioning, maintenance, and disposal of submarine reactor cores.

You will be accountable for the delivery of delegated major technical work packages to agreed time, quality, and cost. This will include criticality safety analysis to underpin safe operation across the reactor core lifecycle, and to undertake Research & Technology projects to ensure that Rolls-Royce stays at the forefront of the industry.

The key responsibilities of this role include:
  • Monitoring of progress on task activities and reporting against the baseline plan.
  • Identifying and managing risks and opportunities within the scope of technical work packages.
  • To work with the Group Leader to establish commitments, budgets and targets for the delegated projects and to provide regular updates on progress in line with business requirements.

Requirements:
  • An academic background with degree in relevant engineering or scientific subject (MPhys, MSc, PTNR, NTEC, and/or Chartered Physicist or Engineer - Desirable)
  • Knowledge of the fission process and neutron transport theory.
  • Ability to plan, organise and deliver quality work packages to budget and schedule.

You must hold a Security Check clearance and be a UK national or, in MoD approved cases, a dual national. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits package, and opportunities for career growth and development.



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