Health Physicist

Job Description

Job Description

Coho Integrated Solutions is seeking an experienced Health Physicist to support radiation safety and occupational health programs at Edwards Air Force Base, California. The Health Physicist will serve as a technical expert responsible for ensuring compliance with federal, NASA, and regulatory requirements governing ionizing radiation, laser safety, radiofrequency radiation, and associated workplace hazards. This position plays a critical role in protecting personnel, facilities, and mission operations through comprehensive radiation protection and hazard control programs.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Manage and support radiation protection programs involving ionizing radiation sources and associated operations.
• Serve as Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) and provide technical oversight for radiation safety compliance activities.
• Support Laser Safety Officer (LSO) and Radiofrequency Safety Officer (RFSO) program requirements.
• Conduct radiological surveys, workplace assessments, and hazard evaluations.
• Evaluate radiation-producing devices, laser systems, and radiofrequency-emitting equipment for regulatory compliance.
• Develop and maintain radiation safety procedures, permits, and operating instructions.
• Investigate radiological incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform exposure assessments and review personnel dosimetry data.
• Provide technical guidance on radiation protection, shielding, hazard controls, and safe work practices.
• Conduct employee training on radiation safety, laser safety, and radiofrequency hazard awareness.
• Prepare technical reports, exposure evaluations, and compliance documentation.
• Support audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews involving radiation and laser safety programs.

Essential Job Qualifications and Requirements:

• Education and Certifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Health Physics, Radiological Sciences, Physics, Nuclear Engineering, or related scientific discipline
  • Current Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) credentials
  • Laser Safety Officer (LSO) certification
  • Radiofrequency Safety Officer (RFSO) certification
  • Certification by the American Board of Health Physics (CHP) preferred

• Required Experience and Competencies:
  • Experience supporting NASA, Department of Defense, aerospace, laboratory, or research environments
  • Minimum four (4) years of professional health physics experience
  • Minimum three (3) years of experience serving as a Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) and/or Laser Safety Officer (LSO)
  • Demonstrated knowledge of radiation protection principles, exposure assessment methodologies, and applicable federal regulations
  • Ability to perform technical evaluations, data analysis, and risk assessments

Position Pay Range

$250,000—$300,000 USD

About Copper River & The Native Village of Eyak:

Owned by the Native Village of Eyak (NVE), a federally recognized Alaska Native Tribe, the Copper River Family of Companies are a collection of entities that deliver a complementary set of solutions and services to support the diverse missions and requirements of our clients. Proud participants of the Small Business Administration's (SBA) 8(a) Business Development Program since 2006, our companies consist of both current and graduation SBA 8(a) entities. It is our collective purpose to support the Tribe and diversify the NVE's ability to facilitate economic advancement.

The income generated from our companies helps the Native Village of Eyak fund health and social services, economic development, natural resource/environmental education, jobs, job training, and other benefits to the NVE in a manner that is consistent with Alaskan Native cultural values and traditions.

Copper River's Culture

The Copper River Family of Companies has a positive, supportive, and thriving culture. At the foundation of our culture is a focus on collaboration. No matter your role or which operating company you work for, we are ONE TEAM working toward the same goals for our customers and for our collective owner- The Native Village of Eyak. How we treat each other is just as important as the work we deliver.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
• Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
• Retirement 401(k) with employer match
• Open leave policy and paid holidays
• Additional benefits including tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more!

Note : These benefits are only applicable to full time, regular associates at Copper River.

Disclaimer:

The Copper River Family of Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.