Job Description

Fuse is on a mission to accelerate the world’s transition to fusion energy. Our core product is TITAN: an Impedance Matched Marx Generator (IMG). TITAN is the most efficient and powerful (TW) machine of its kind. Fusers have built and licensed Magical Unicorn and FAETON I, 2 novel pulsed power generators. You are joining an early-stage fusion company. Please expect to wear different hats and take 0 to 1 ownership of objectives. Changing the world is hard but honorable and fulfilling. You should expect to work extremely hard to make a dent. This is not a regular job. Fusers are on a mission to change the world. As a Radiation Safety Officer at Fuse, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the radiation safety program to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This position requires you to have experience in the safe handling of radioactive materials, and in the characteristics of ionizing radiation, units of radiation dose and quantities, radiation detection instrumentation, and biological hazards of exposure to radiation appropriate to the type and forms of byproduct material to be used. You will work with a variety of radioactive materials and radiation generating devices including: Hydrogen-3 (tritium) gas in vacuum and pressure systems Fusion generators generating neutrons as well as high energy gamma and x-ray photons Activated materials from the operation of fusion generators or externally irradiated and returned test samples Key Responsibilities Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive radiation safety program from scratch in accordance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices. Supervise the monitoring and assessment of radiation levels throughout the facility to ensure a safe working environment, and conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and evaluations to identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions. Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, including NRC, OSHA, EPA, and state-specific guidelines. Provide technical expertise and guidance on radiation safety infrastructure of the facility and radioactive materials handling and collaborate with other departments to ensure the safe handling, storage, and disposal of radioactive materials. Maintain accurate records of radiation exposure, safety inspections, and compliance documentation. Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies and coordinate inspections and audits. Investigate and report radiation incidents and implement corrective measures. Stay current with advancements in radiation safety technologies, regulations, and industry trends. Minimum Requirements Experience with MCNP and/or NOVICE software for design and analysis of radiation shielding 5+ years’ experience with radiation production technologies requiring prompt radiation shielding 3+ years’ experience working with or overseeing the use of H3 (tritium) elements in the form of a gas, including the storage, implementation, and waste management of the gas 5+ years operating under a limited scope license with good regulatory performance history and qualifications or 3+ years operating as an RSO under a broad scope license handling greater-than-exempt quantities of radioactive material Experience with the Broad Scope license application and renewal processes and requirements for radiation production facilities in California Additional Requirements Must be able to travel and work extended hours/weekends as needed. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here. Fuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Fuse is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of Fuse's affirmative action plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at info@f.energy. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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