Job Description

UDR is seeking qualified candidates for a Principal Technical Advisor- SRPPF Advisor opportunity for our customer in Aiken, SC to support the Savannah River Site

Principal Technical Advisor- SRPPF Advisor
Close Date: 6/23/2026
Job # 1553

DUTIES

Establish cost-effective technical solutions to issues generated by frequently changing requirements;
define and conduct technical investigations where appropriate. Develop "leading edge" methods and
technologies to effectively mitigate undesirable programmatic and operational issues or deficiencies.

Provide expert technical guidance and leadership on problem resolution by assessing atypical, unusually
complex issues, and situations impacting future roles of the organization and/or program operations (e.g.,
site policies, major process reengineering, strategic planning, organizational development). Typical
assignments are most often broad, and program oriented in nature; assignments require extended periods
of time often involving several months to years, although smaller and less complex issues are handled and
occasionally require less time.

Provide expert leadership of multi-disciplinary team(s) engaged in highly visible/business sensitive,
project-type work involving extremely complex problems, and/or key budget, schedule, or regulatory
compliance issues, for example. May involve engaging consultants and other outside experts.
Define scope of new project-type work and changing technical program requirements.

Work independently to ensure adherence to technical policies and guidelines; consult with cognizant
management and staff on corrective action plans.

Represent assigned organization and technical issues to both internal and external customers; manage
related correspondence. Interact with DOE-SR, DOE-HQ, and other external organizations on substantive
matters involving assigned technical issues. Interact with oversight panels and boards as appropriate in
areas of technical expertise.

Propose strategic business goals and milestones involving technical issues for which incumbent has
expertise, and against which organizational and operational performance will be measured; participate in
related strategic initiatives. Develop strategic plans for major new program areas and for resolving
technical issues.

Remain intellectually current of job-related emerging technologies, and serve as communications source
for advanced technical theories, principles, and concepts.

Manage special projects involving multiple divisions, departments, or other organizations.

Utilize self-initiative and delegated authority to draw on the required resources and expertise to solve
complex organizational and programmatic problems within the framework of a team environment with
limited direction.

Provide input and participate in programmatic improvement initiatives in support of mission goals.

Provide technical and operational input on such items as Authorization Bases Documents, technical
reports, and program-level procedures. Also, provide technical input to Training, Procedures, and other
such support organizations, as appropriate.

Safety is a primary responsibility in each job performed. Obtain safety training, obey safety rules. and
make safety an integral part of each task. Take the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is
unsafe or will create an unsafe condition.

Additional Duties

Ensure the NMC&A Requirements from current DOE Order for Nuclear Material
Control and Accountability are incorporated in the design and schedule of the facility.
Provide guidance to the new NMC&A Employees and support training development and mentorship of the next generation
Serves as an expert on Nuclear Material Control and Accountability (NMC&A) processes at Savannah River Site

Additional Education

This scope requires Bachelor’s degree in the following areas: science, math, s tatistics, accounting or business administration with significant years of experience.

Additional Experience Qualifications

Requires 20+ years of experience with Nuclear Material Control and Accountability at a DOE/NNSA site

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Education Bachelor's degree in a physical science (e.g., chemistry, physics, biology) or engineering
(chemical, nuclear, electrical, mechanical) field with 15 to 20 years’ experience preferably in nuclear
related assignments, including direct operations management; some assignments in this job family require
a major in statistics, math, or computer sciences, along with substantial practical experience. An advanced
degree, to the Master's or PhD/Doctorate level is preferable and would proportionally reduce the years of
experience required.

Experience/Skills: Specialized knowledge required varies with the particular technical assignment.
Advanced knowledge of such subjects as analytical chemistry, radiochemistry, non-destructive
examination techniques, reactor physics, statistics, or plant operations are typical areas in which the
incumbent will need to demonstrate a high level of proficiency. Knowledge in other areas likely to benefit
the incumbent include experimental design and project management. Extensive hands-on experience with
computers and various types of software, a knowledge of the administrative systems, and previous
assignments in facility operations and maintenance, engineering, or business-type functions, such as
finance, operational and/or program/project planning/scheduling, information resources, or procurement
operations, for example, are highly desirable. Substantive management experience in these or related
fields is preferred.

OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Area Security Access: Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” security clearance. An
active DOE clearance is not initially required to perform assigned duties. After award, the selected
candidate will be notified when to apply for a clearance based on specific work assignments.

UDR Consulting, INC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Woman-Owned, Minority-Owned, Small Disadvantaged Business. An Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected Veterans, or individuals with disabilities. UDR also supports a drug-free work environment.

UDR offers highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

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About UDR Consulting, Inc.

UDR Consulting, Inc. is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned, Woman Owned, Minority Owned, Small Disadvantaged Business. UDR, located in Aiken, South Carolina, provides a full range of staff augmentation services including engineering, professional, technical, maintenance, operations, security, training services, IT, administrative and support staff.

Industry

HR & Recruiting

Company Size

11-50 employees

Headquarters

North Augusta, South Carolina

Year Founded

2012

Website

udrconsulting.com

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