Job Title: Senior Radiation Physicist Location: Barrow-in-Furness Hybrid 3 days minimum onsite.

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We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive Who we are: Join BAE Systems and youll be part of something bigger.

As a valued member of our global colleague network, youll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most.

Youll 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, theres no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

What youll be doing: You will conduct radiological safety assessments and evaluate radiation damage risks to onboard electronics.

Your role involves developing radiation detection systems and managing the systems engineering design of secondary shielding.

Utilising point kernel and Monte Carlo calculations, you will support radiation transport modelling and provide technical guidance on design changes or defects to maintain safety standards.

Additionally, you will develop ALARP justifications to support engineering decisions , ensuring all radiological risks are minimised to compliant and acceptable levels.

Core duties: Youll hold a degree in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, Nuclear Science, or a related field Youll possess demonstrable knowledge/experience of radiation physics, nuclear engineering, nuclear safety or similar Youll have knowledge/experience of Radiological safety assessments, ALARP justifications or similar Youll utilise your knowledge/experience of radiation transport methods (ATTILLA/MCBEND/MCNP etc .) The Radiation Physics & Shielding team: Our team designs and validates radiation shielding for the UKs 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 youll 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 confidence and be empowered to be your best.

Youll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to whats most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle.

In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive: Were 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 control restrictions.

These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation.

All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard.

Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. xehkeey

Closing Date: 29th April 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role .

Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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