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EHS Sr Specialist (Radiation Safety Officer) Job Location: US-IL-Marion Requisition ID: 2025-35241 Position Type: Full Time, On‑Site, Human Resources Company Overview General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering, and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with advanced product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting‑edge advantage to our warfighters. Our ethos of honesty, trust, transparency, and alignment is the guiding principle behind everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success—fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. We offer a robust total rewards package that goes beyond compensation with healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits, along with career development and recognition programs. Join our high‑performance team if our mission resonates with you. Job Summary We are looking for an RSO with knowledge of NRC or agreement state regulations, licensing, radiation training of employees, X‑Ray machines, sealed source gauges, primarily focused on all aspects of the safe handling of Depleted Uranium (DU). This includes handling of DU and indoor test firing of DU munitions, controls, protective equipment, and medical surveillance required for working in DU projectile impact areas. Knowledge of air monitoring for alpha and beta radiation, employee dosimetry, exposure controls, radiation surveys for alpha and beta contamination control in process areas and at the firing range, direct‑reading survey meters, smear counting instruments, LLRW, and radioactive material shipping surveys is required. Impact of the Role Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and basic knowledge of related job disciplines. Solves complex problems. Works independently with minimal guidance. May lead projects or project steps within a broader project or may have accountability for ongoing activities or objectives. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. Consistently exercises discretion and judgment. Essential Functions Outlines and implements policies or programs to educate and promote employee health and safety or environmental compliance. Delivers training programs educating staff on environmental concerns or health and safety risks found in the organization. Communicates regularly with management and administration regarding the status of environmental initiatives. Ensures that training records, health/safety manuals or handbooks, incident/accident reports, or other documentation are appropriately maintained. Tracks and documents accidents to understand causes and recommend changes to prevent future accidents. Monitors known health, safety, or environmental hazards, such as noise, air, or wastewater pollution levels. Coordinates inspection of facilities, vehicles, or equipment and processes recommending corrections or additional precautions to ensure compliance to established regulations. Communicates facility‑specific emergency response or evacuation plans. Has a broad and current knowledge of all government and applicable industry safety regulationsli> Additional Responsibilities Responsible for all aspects of a Radiation Safety program and serves as the facility Radiation Safety Officer (RSO). Advises plant management of the requirements of radiation safety protocols and procedures to ensure compliance as mandated by the regulating agency. Provides technical guidance to leadership and plant personnel. Required Qualifications Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 5-7 years' experience OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Preferred Qualifications Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree. Discipline/Major: Environmental Health and Safety or related discipline preferred. Knowledge, skills & abilities: Safety best practices, safety communications, safety inspections, safety investigations, safety policies and procedures, safety training, inspection documentation. Physical Requirements Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time. Requires regular movement throughout GD‑OTS facilities. Work primarily in a climate‑controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential. Pay Range (USD) $77,140 - $143,260 Pay Transparency Statement The salary range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum for salary for this position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, internal equity, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the range during the hiring process. Benefits Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, and basic life insurance as well as pre‑tax spending accounts. Employees can enroll in the company's 401k plan and are eligible for the Non‑Contributory Retirement Contribution. Voluntary benefits include Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Enhanced Legal Services, Auto and Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, and Educational Assistance. PTO, Holiday, and Family Leave Employees will receive 11 paid holidays and 120 hours of PTO annually and up to 3 weeks paid family leave. Note: The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at‑will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise. #J-18808-Ljbffr General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (FL,TX,VA, IL)

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