Safety Basis Analyst 4
Safety Basis Analyst 3
Compa Industries is searching for qualified candidates for a Safety Basis Analyst 3 position at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) in Los Alamos, NM.
Salary: $105/hr – $115/hr
Location: Hybrid – Los Alamos, NM (TA-55 support)
Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required
Work Schedule: Flexible schedule; must be open to weekends (Sat/Sun)
Clearance: Ability to obtain DOE Q Clearance (Active preferred)
Assignment Duration: 1 Year (Strong potential for extension)
🚫 Mandatory Experience Requirement – Read Before Applying
Applicants must meet ALL requirements below or will not be considered:
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U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain a DOE Q Clearance
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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science + 12+ years of experience
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Direct Safety Basis / USQ experience in nuclear or DOE environments
Impact
Safety Basis Analysts at this level play a critical role in ensuring safe operations within high-hazard nuclear facilities at LANL. You will directly support Unreviewed Safety Question (USQ) efforts at TA-55, helping maintain compliance, mitigate risk, and enable mission-critical work in a fast-paced nuclear environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and perform hazard and risk analyses for nuclear and non-nuclear facilities
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Develop and maintain safety basis documentation (DSA, TSRs, safety assessments)
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Perform USQ determinations and support ongoing facility compliance efforts
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Conduct hazard identification, accident analysis, and control selection
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Collaborate with engineering, operations, and safety teams to ensure regulatory compliance
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Support increased operational tempo and evolving mission requirements
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science
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Minimum 12+ years of relevant safety basis or nuclear analysis experience
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Strong experience with:
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USQ process and safety basis documentation
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Nuclear facility hazard analysis
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DOE/NNSA regulatory environment
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Ability to pass Safety Basis Qualification Review Board
Preferred Qualifications
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Active DOE Q Clearance
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Prior experience at LANL or TA-55
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Background supporting Hazard Category nuclear facilities
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Ability to quickly qualify and operate independently in a high-demand environment
Work Environment & Additional Details
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Hybrid role with required onsite presence in Los Alamos
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Must be flexible to support weekend work as needed
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Per diem / relocation support available
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High-priority role supporting increased workload at TA-55
Why This Role
This is a high-visibility, mission-critical position supporting one of the most important nuclear operations in the country. You’ll be working alongside top-tier professionals solving complex safety challenges in a national security environment.
EOE Statement
Compa Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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