Lead Nuclear Materials Courier (SRF)☆ Save

Quick Facts

• Hiring Agency: National Nuclear Security Administration
• Department: Department of Energy
• Location: Oak Ridge, Tennessee
• Salary: $103730 – $134854/yr
• Hiring Path: Fed Transition
• Security Clearance: Q Access Authorization
• Date Posted: 2026-10-22
• Application Deadline: 2026-11-05

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Job Summary

The Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), Office of Secure Transportation (OST), Agent Operations Eastern Command (AOEC) is seeking a Lead Nuclear Materials Courier (SRF). In this critical national security role supporting nuclear stockpile stewardship, you will lead specialized protective force personnel in the safe and secure transportation of classified and hazardous nuclear materials.

Key Responsibilities

As a Lead Nuclear Materials Courier (SRF), you will: Serve as a member of a Special Response Force (SRF) team Tasked with leading the pursuit and recovery of cargo unlawfully removed from an Office of Secure Transportation (OST) shipment's custody and control. Responsible for leading a sizable contingent of a highly specialized protective force.

Assess situations and respond quickly and effectively to environmental conditions, resources, and safety and security issues that may arise unexpectedly. Responsible for leading all Courier personnel assigned to work under the employee's command on specific transportation missions (convoys) engaging in the safe and secure transportation of nuclear weapons, nuclear weapon components, and/or special nuclear material.

Contribute to employee performance appraisals and recommends personnel actions based on performance on convoys. Identify and obtain resources needed to accomplish individual mission requirements; develops and executes operational, security, and tactical plans for assigned convoys; directs and coordinates the work of all agents while on a mission operation.

Exercise command authority over widely dispersed assigned agents and provides clear direction in response to suspicious incidents or in the execution of complex para-military tactics, techniques, and procedures designed to deter, disrupt, or detect potential adversaries.

Requirements & Education

There is no education requirement for this position.

Contact

joel.alvarez@nnsa.doe.gov · 202-660-2791

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with National Nuclear Security Administration, Department of Energy.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $103730 – $134854/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Q Access Authorization security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-05.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.

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