Nuclear Facility Operations Specialist II

Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) manages and operates the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS) for the U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA).  Our MISSION is to help ensure the security of the United States and its allies by providing high-hazard experimentation and incident response capabilities through operations, engineering, education, field, and integration services and by acting as environmental stewards to the Site’s Cold War legacy.  Our VISION is to be the user site of choice for large-scale, high-hazard, national security experimentation, with premier facilities and capabilities below ground, on the ground, and in the air. (See NNSS.gov for our unique capabilities.) Our 2,750+ professional, craft, and support employees are called upon to innovate, collaborate, and deliver on some of the more difficult nuclear security challenges facing the world today.   

• MSTS offers our full-time employees highly competitive salaries and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision; both a pension and a 401k; paid time off and 96 hours of paid holidays; relocation (if located more than 75 miles from work location); tuition assistance and reimbursement; and more.  
• MSTS is a limited liability company consisting of Honeywell International Inc. (Honeywell), Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. (Jacobs), and HII Nuclear Inc.

 Position Overview:

As a premier provider of mission-critical support services, the MSTS Nuclear Support Services department is seeking a Nuclear Facility Operations Specialist II to join our team. In this dynamic role, you will be a key driver of operational excellence, providing essential support to ensure the resilience, responsiveness, and reliability of the Nevada National Security Site's (NNSS) nuclear facilities.

This is not a direct, hands-on facility operations role. Instead, you will be part of a team that provides expert support and oversight, enabling our front-line operations to succeed. You will use your deep understanding of nuclear operations by evaluating operational readiness, supporting risk and issues management, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will leverage their operational experience to assess procedures, verify compliance, and ensure our facilities are always prepared to execute vital national security missions safely and effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide critical support to multiple Nuclear and High-Hazard facilities, helping them maintain a constant state of operational readiness to accept and support programs and projects.
• Assess operational readiness across the enterprise by conducting independent facility walk-downs, reviewing operational data, and verifying that activities comply with Technical Safety Requirements (TSRs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Serve as a subject matter expert on disciplined operations, providing guidance and support to facility personnel to enhance their execution of complex procedures.
• Analyze operational performance and data to identify opportunities for continuous improvement; partner with facility management to develop and recommend enhancements to procedures and processes.
• Partner with facility management and project teams to identify and help resolve operational issues, ensuring that corrective actions are robust and effectively implemented to prevent recurrence.
• Enable the safe execution of mission activities by performing readiness verifications and providing data-driven assessments to leadership.
• Support line organizations by assisting in the review and verification of procedures, operational documentation, and system configurations to ensure rigorous standards are met.
• Uphold and promote a culture of excellence and disciplined execution, reinforcing the integrity and resilience of the Site’s national security capabilities.

• Minimum Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in field related to the position plus at least 2 years of relevant professional experience, demonstrating a strong understanding of requirements-based systems.

• Experience in areas such as nuclear facility operations, nuclear material operations, radiological facilities, or high explosives handling.
• Proven ability to read, comprehend, and ensure adherence to detailed technical instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Demonstrated ability to analyze operational activities and data, identify potential issues or trends, and recommend sound solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to liaise effectively between support and line organizations.
• Experience or training in nuclear operations or maintenance from a DOE nuclear facility, a commer