Operations Support Specialist 4

Compa Industries is searching for qualified candidates for an Operations Support Specialist 4 position supporting Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) in Los Alamos, New Mexico (TA-55 / PF-4).

Salary: $65/hr - $70/hr
Location: Los Alamos, NM (Hybrid) 
Citizenship: US citizenship Required
Work Schedule: 4/12 schedule, adjusted to align with subcontractor work schedule
Clearance: Q Clearance Required (candidate does not need to currently hold it but must be able to obtain it)

This position supports the ALDPI / Pi-Proj organization and will work in a secure environment with unescorted and A-Level access requirements.

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🚫 Mandatory Experience Requirement – Read Before Applying

Candidates must meet the following requirements to be considered:

• Demonstrated experience in Radiation Protection.

• Experience supporting construction activities in a DOE Category II nuclear facility or NRC nuclear facility.

• Minimum five (5) years of directly applicable experience in Radiation Protection and/or work planning in a DOE Category II nuclear facility.

Applications that do not clearly demonstrate these qualifications will not be considered.

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Impact

The Operations Support Specialist 4 plays a key role supporting the design, construction, startup, and operational readiness of complex, high-hazard nuclear facility systems and projects. This role provides technical expertise in Radiation Protection, guiding project teams and leadership in maintaining safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence within the TA-55 / PF-4 plutonium facility environment. The specialist works closely with project managers, engineers, and construction teams to ensure safe execution of nuclear facility work while supporting mission-critical national security objectives.

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Responsibilities and Duties

• Manage daily activities supporting design, construction, startup, and operations/maintenance of complex, high-hazard systems and projects.

• Provide technical expertise in Radiation Protection, offering recommendations to project design, work control, and construction teams.

• Conduct independent reviews and technical assessments in specialized areas to ensure project safety, compliance, and performance.

• Interface with management personnel and customer representatives to communicate project status and technical recommendations.

• Develop and enforce work standards and operational practices for nuclear facility activities.

• Coordinate with functional organizations and project teams to ensure successful project execution.

• Provide leadership support by assigning schedules, reviewing work quality, and communicating goals and policies to project personnel.

• Support construction and project progress tracking, ensuring timely completion of assigned tasks.

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Minimum Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Q Clearance.

• Experience supporting Radiation Protection programs.

• Experience supporting construction activities within a DOE Category II nuclear facility or NRC nuclear facility.

• Minimum eight (8) years of relevant experience, including five (5) years of directly applicable experience in Radiation Protection and/or work planning in a DOE Category II nuclear facility.

• Ability to work in a secure environment requiring unescorted and A-Level access.

• Ability to support work at LANL TA-55 / PF-4 and follow associated operational protocols.

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Desired Skills

• Strong organizational skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong time management and progress-tracking abilities.

• Experience in DOE plutonium facilities.

• U.S. Nuclear Navy experience.

• Strong knowledge of Conduct of Operations.

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Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to Radiation Protection.

• Candidates may also qualify with AA, BAS, BS, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

• Eight (8) years of relevant experience, including five (5) years directly supporting Radiation Protection or work planning in a DOE Category II nuclear facility.

 

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Why Work at COMPA Industries?

We strive to provide careers, not just jobs, for our employees. We invest in and serve the communities where we work and live. We provide best-in-class administrative, professional, and technical services to solve complex problems to meet customer mission-critical objectives.

For over 30 years, Compa has been a trusted partner in progress. We combine decades of technical expertise with a forward-thinking spirit, tackling intricate challenges in nuclear facilities alongside the brightest minds in science and engineering. Join us, and don't just build your career, build the future, with competitive compensation, a collaborative culture, and the chance to make a real difference for national security and beyond.

COMPA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status.