Senior radiation physicist

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Job Title: Senior Radiation PhysicistLocation: Barrow-in-Furness – Hybrid 3 days minimum onsite.We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please Salary: Who we are:Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

What you'll be doing:You will conduct radiological safety assessments and evaluate radiation damage risks to onboard electronics. Your role involves developing radiation detection systems and Core duties:

You'll hold a degree in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, Nuclear Science, or a related field

You'll possess demonstrable knowledge/experience of radiation physics, nuclear engineering, nuclear safety or similar

You'll have knowledge/experience of Radiological safety assessments, ALARP justifications or similar

You'll utilise your knowledge/experience of radiation transport methods (ATTILLA/MCBEND/MCNP The Radiation Physics & Shielding team:Our team designs and validates radiation shielding for the UK's nuclear submarine fleet across three major programmes. We handle shield design, build assessments, metrology, and safety studies, while developing novel detectors and electronics capability. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

Why BAE Systems?Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with A place where everyone can thrive:We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export Closing Date: 27th April 2026We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for #LI-GM3#LI-Hybrid

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Askam In Furness
Job Type:
FullTime

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