General Engineer/Physical Scientist

National Nuclear Security Administration

Full-time other-general
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Location
Las Vegas, NV, United States
Posted
July 18, 2026

Job Description

Summary The National Nuclear Security Administration is offering an unparalleled opportunity to launch a high-impact public service career at the forefront of national security. To secure our nation's future, we are seeking exceptional recent graduates to join the NNSA Ignition Program--a premier, structured two-year federal early-career developmental initiative designed to cultivate the next general of leadership across the Nuclear Security Enterprise. Responsibilities Salary Clarification: Selectee's with a Bachelor's Degree with Superior Academic Achievement will start at the GS-7/6. Selectee's with a Master's Degree will start at the GS-9. As a General Engineer/Physical Scientist you will: Design, analyze, build, and test weapons, machines, systems, structures, components, equipment, and materials to fulfill Nuclear Security Enterprise objectives and requirements. Evaluate, oversee, direct, or advise contracted work to ensure quality and compliance with plans, designs, and specific...