Senior Fire Protection Engineer

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career? Apply today!Job DescriptionThe Life Safety Systems Engineering unit at Naval Reactors Facility is seeking an experienced Fire Protection Engineer.

This position will involve facility systems management, engineering evaluations, and project engineering support and development.

This position offers a blended mix of both short and long-term tasks and will involve a variety of fire protection work including: identify and analyze fire hazards, oversee proper installation and maintenance of fire detection, suppression, and communication systems, upgrade to more effective systems and equipment, and resolution of fire code deficiencies. A Fire Protection Engineer is a specialty engineering discipline which has specific training and qualifications pertaining to analysis of fire hazards, mitigation of fire damage through proper facility design, and installation/maintenance of fire systems.

This position can be successfully filled by other engineering disciplines (i.e. mechanical, electrical, civil, etc) with the appropriate personnel development through on-the-job resources.

Internal and external training opportunities will be available in this position to become more knowledgeable within the fire protection discipline as applicable. Sound like the role for you? Apply today!Required Combination of Knowledge and SkillBachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience; or Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience; or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience; or Currently a Senior Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company.Preferred SkillsDegree in Fire Protection EngineeringWorking knowledge of NFPA fire protection codes and standards (e.g., NFPA 13, 14, 20, 25, 72, 101, 70/70E)Ability to interpret and apply NFPA requirements in design, review, and field conditionsInterest in the fire protection field with ability to learn/qualify as part of the jobCompensation and BenefitsHealth, Dental, Vision & Voluntary BenefitsDisability, Life & Accident Insurance401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation PlanPersonal & Medical Time OffPaid Parental LeaveFlexible Work SchedulesTuition Assistance for Eligible EmployeesStudent Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell ProgramEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Wellness ProgramVisit us online to view all NNL benefits!Pay Range$95,700.00 - $149,600.00 annually Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards, satellite, and vendor locations.For more than 75 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.Requisition ID9154-Posted10/27/2026-Naval Reactors Facility-Engineering & Science-4 - 6 Years-0-25%-Job location (country) (1)United StatesJob location (region) (1)Idaho Falls, ID