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Principal Radiation Physicist

BAE SystemsGrange-over-Sands, Cumbria🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 12 Feb 2026

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Leader

Job Description

Principal Radiation Physicist | Grange-over-Sands, United Kingdom | Hybrid

We're hiring on behalf of a globally recognised leader in the defence, aerospace, and security sectors. This organisation is dedicated to pioneering advanced technology solutions that protect national interests and shape a safer future. Join a company where innovation and purpose drive progress.

The Role

  • Supervise and conduct assessments and experiments to support system qualification.
  • Contribute to ongoing design optimisation and produce/review radiological safety justifications for design solutions.
  • Direct the development of in-house toolsets to meet departmental research and development goals.
  • Support detailed shielding design, balancing build constraints with system performance requirements.
  • Design and validate radiation shielding for critical national programmes.

What You'll Need

  • A relevant STEM degree in Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, or Nuclear Engineering.
  • Demonstrable experience using radiation transport codes such as MCNP, MCBEND, or Attilla.
  • Thorough understanding of radiation physics and its practical application.
  • Experience in radiation safety studies, behaviours, and radiation metrology.
  • Knowledge of the ALARP (As Low As Reasonably Practicable) principle.

What's On Offer

  • A career with purpose and opportunities for growth within a leading industry player.
  • Access to lifelong learning and development resources.
  • Competitive rewards and comprehensive support for your financial and personal wellbeing.
  • A supportive and inclusive culture with a strong sense of shared purpose.

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