NTR Threat Assessment Specialist

Aldermaston

9 months ago

Applications closed

NTR Threat Assessment Specialist

Location: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking.

Package: £38,020 - £57,020 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience)

Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.

Ready to play your part?

At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part?

AWE is currently recruiting for a NTR Threat Assessment Specialist within the NTR Threat Assessment Team.

The Threat Assessment Team provides their stakeholders with specialist expertise and advice through technical assessments, in support of their nuclear and radiological, counter terrorism, counter proliferation and non-proliferation missions. Additionally, the area works with a wide range of Government partners including Ministry of Defence (MoD), Cabinet Office, Foreign and Commonwealth Office, Department of Energy, Security and Net Zero and the Home Office, to provide innovative science and engineering research projects.

Key aspects of this role will be liaising with UK Government partners and AWE subject matter experts, to produce and deliver technical briefings. Provide support to technical research programmes that are vital in driving counter terrorism and counter proliferation missions.

Who are we looking for?

We do need you to have the following:

Being able to find innovative solutions to technical issues along with the ability to interpret, analyse and distil technical information is essential.
Ability to acquire new skills and knowledge rapidly
HNC/NVQ (or equivalent QCF level 3 qualification) in a STEM discipline. Alternatively a comparable level of experience working in a STEM environment.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. The ability to produce and deliver concise briefing products is an essential aspect of this role.
Experience delivering technical work over short timescales to meet demanding customer requirements.
A proven track record of working with multi-discipline technical teams.
Candidates must be able to work effectively both in a team and with individuals.
Self-motivated, with the ability to solve problems and think critically.
Able to manage their own time and deliver against project deadlines.
Able to work with and positively influence others, including individuals within UK government and international collaborators.

Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we'd like you to have the following experience:

A first degree within a STEM discipline would be beneficial, but not essential to be a successful candidate. However, a working knowledge of any of the following technical areas would be advantageous:
Nuclear technologies
Nuclear physics
Radiation effects
Materials science
Mechanical engineering
Electrical engineering
Explosives engineering
Engaging with stakeholders to maintain customer relationships and manage expectations.
Operational experience working with government departments or agencies.
Liaising with or coordinating small teams to deliver technical projects.
Working with and processing sensitive information whilst maintaining a high standard of information and data management
Communicating technical information to stakeholders from non-technical or disparate backgrounds

This role may require occasional travel both internationally and within the UK.

Work hard, be rewarded:

We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including:

9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).
Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay.
Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.
Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).
Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.

The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.

#LI - AJ

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