Careers at Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Nuclear Regulatory Commission has 22 open roles listed here, 1 of them remote, each read from its own careers site. The newest was posted Oct 26, 2026.
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ADMINISTRATIVE JUDGE (LEGAL)
Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Rockville, MD · $209,600
This is a judicial role in the Nuclear Regulatory Commission's Atomic Safety and Licensing Board Panel, where you would preside over hearings and write decisions on matters of nuclear facility licensing, renewal, and amendments. The position suits experienced litigators with administrative or environmental law backgrounds who can handle complex technical issues, work collegially, and render fair, impartial judgments under pressure.
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ADMINISTRATIVE JUDGE (TECHNICAL)
Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Rockville, MD · $209,600
This role on the Atomic Safety and Licensing Board Panel involves serving as a technical member of three-judge panels in Nuclear Regulatory Commission licensing hearings, reviewing complex technical evidence and helping draft legally binding decisions on nuclear facility licenses. It suits candidates with deep expertise in nuclear engineering, health physics, geology, or related technical fields who have spent years building recognized authority in their discipline and can evaluate evidence fairly in an adversarial setting.
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ADMINISTRATIVE JUDGE (TECHNICAL) (Part-Time/Intermittent)
Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Part-time · Anywhere in the U.S. (remote job), United States · $74 – $100 / hour
This role involves serving as a technical member of three-person licensing boards that decide nuclear regulatory matters, including hearings on new reactors, license renewals, and facility modifications. It suits experts in engineering, science, or related fields with deep technical knowledge who can independently evaluate complex evidence and write persuasive decisions in an adjudicatory setting.
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SENIOR PROJECT ENGINEER
Nuclear Regulatory Commission
King Of Prussia, PA · $133,007 – $180,178
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Director, Division of Spent Fuel Storage and Transportation Programs
Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Rockville, MD · $184,900 – $209,600
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Financial Analyst
Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Rockville, MD · $70,623 – $158,322
This federal role supports IT budget planning and financial strategy for a government agency's technology portfolio, analyzing resource allocation decisions and investment proposals. The position suits candidates with experience in federal financial management, capital planning, and complex budget analysis who can guide stakeholders through investment decisions.
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SENIOR ENFORCEMENT SPECIALIST
Nuclear Regulatory Commission
King Of Prussia, PA · $138,595 – $180,178
You would serve as the lead technical specialist for nuclear regulatory enforcement actions across multiple NRC regions, drafting and preparing complex enforcement documents and civil penalty cases for final agency review. This role suits experienced nuclear engineers or scientists who can combine deep technical knowledge with strong communication and policy judgment to defend enforcement positions through written documents and expert testimony.
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Senior IT Specialist (Project Manager)
Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Rockville, MD · $169,279 – $197,200
A senior project management role overseeing large-scale IT initiatives and enterprise technology programs within a federal agency, suited for experienced IT professionals who can manage complex contracts, coordinate stakeholders, and translate strategic technology goals into operational execution.
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Materials Engineer
Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Rockville, MD · $143,913 – $187,093
This federal regulatory role involves reviewing and approving nuclear reactor materials and designs for compliance with NRC requirements, working across complex licensing applications and safety evaluations. The position suits engineers with specialized nuclear materials expertise who can communicate technical information to both internal teams and external stakeholders while contributing to regulatory development.
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BRANCH CHIEF
Nuclear Regulatory Commission
2 locations · $156,451 – $197,200
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