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U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is an independent agency that was established by the Energy Reorganization Act of 1974 and began operations in 1975. NRC’s mission is to license and regulate the Nation’s civilian use of radioactive materials to provide reasonable assurance of adequate protection of public health and safety and to promote the common defense and security and to protect the environment. In carrying out its mission it exercises the following vision: Demonstrate the Principles of Good Regulation (independence, openness, efficiency, clarity, and reliability) in performing our mission. NRC’s scope of responsibility includes: the regulation of commercial nuclear power plants, research and test reactors, nuclear fuel cycle facilities, medical, academic, and industrial uses of radioactive materials; the decommissioning of these facilities and sites; and, the transport, storage, and disposal of radioactive materials and wastes. NRC issues licenses for civilian uses of radioactive materials, oversees the licensees, and certifies standard nuclear reactor designs and spent fuel storage casks and transportation packages. It also licenses the import and export of radioactive materials; participates in international nuclear activities, including multilateral and bilateral safety and security activities; and works closely with its international counterparts to enhance nuclear safety and security worldwide. To accomplish its overall mission NRC has identified two Strategic Goals—To ensure the safe and secure use of radioactive materials. We need a wide variety of administrative and technical staff to accomplish our objectives. We hire engineers, scientists, security specialists, information technology professionals, financial analysts, and a range of other occupations. We’re constantly looking for outstanding individuals at all levels – recent grads, mid-career professionals, and senior leaders.

Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Sr. Health Physicist Instructor
$125,776 - $163,514 yearly
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Chattanooga, TN
Background This position is located in the Chief Human Capital Office r ( OCHCO ),  Human Resources Learning and Development  ( HRLD ) duty location Chattanooga, TN. The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is proud to be ranked among the best places to work for compensation, work-life balance, and performance for mid-sized agencies in the Federal Government.  We've earned our top ratings by creating a work environment rich in opportunity, diversity, leadership training, teamwork, and work life balance.  Help guide our nation into the next generation of nuclear safety!  Begin a challenging career with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission where you can be part of a select group of professionals who protect people and the environment with the peaceful use of nuclear materials in medicine, industry, and research.   Duties The successful candidate will perform the full range of Senior Health Physicist duties. Such duties include but are not limited to:...
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Reactor Technology Instructor
$106,437 - $138,370 yearly
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Chattanooga, TN
  Background This position is located in the Chief Human Capital Officer (OCHCO), Human Resources Learning and Development (HRLD), Reactor Technology Training Branch (RTTB), duty location Chattanooga, TN. The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is proud to be ranked among the best places to work for compensation, work-life balance, and performance for mid-sized agencies in the Federal Government. We've earned our top ratings by creating a work environment rich in opportunity, diversity, leadership training, teamwork, and work life balance. Help guide our nation into the next generation of nuclear safety! Begin a challenging career with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission where you can be part of a select group of professionals who protect people and the environment with the peaceful use of nuclear materials in medicine, industry, and research. Duties The successful candidate will perform the full range of Reactor Technology Instructor duties....
Apr 28, 2026
Full time
Project Engineer (Resident Inspector Development Program)
$78,972 - $154,682 yearly
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Atlanta, GA
  Background The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is proud to be ranked as a BEST Place to Work in the Federal Government.  We've earned our top ratings by creating a work environment rich in opportunity, diversity, leadership training, teamwork, and work life balance.  Help guide our nation into the next generation of nuclear safety!  Begin a challenging career with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission where you can be part of a select group of professionals who protect people and the environment with the peaceful use of nuclear materials in medicine, industry and research.   Duties   Positions are located in Positions are located in the Division of Operating Reactor Safety as follows and are  being filled via Direct Hire Authority.  Region I - King of Prussia, PA, Region II - Atlanta, GA, Region III - Naperville, IL, and Region IV - Arlington, TX   Multiple selections for each Region may be made from this announcement....