NDA Analyst 2024-409-HAINC-BD

HukariAscendent is a Woman-Owned, Small Business specializing in comprehensive engineering and technical support services associated with commercial nuclear power and Department of Energy (DOE) nuclear activities.

We are currently currently seeking two NDA Analysts to perform Expert Data Analysis of assay data from gamma-based NDA systems; especially HPGe systems.  Additional duties to include: 

• Responsibility for technically defensible decision making in support of customer programmatic objectives.


• Perform initial calibrations, qualifications and certifications for NDA instruments.


• Provide expert technical data analysis services.


• Provide consultation on NDA matters to various facility departments and organizations such as nuclear safety, safeguards, nuclear materials control and accountability, waste characterization, waste disposal and operations.


• Provide subject matter expertise to client.


• Provide regulatory audit defense support for customer program.


• Remain knowledgeable of current and developing technologies appropriate to current job activities.


• Develop models using the MCNP code or other software for radiation detection and measurement.


• Interface with software to implement and debug algorithms and data acquisition systems developed for PSC systems.


• Write and review system technical basis documents and system measurement test plans.


• Apply mathematical methods to analyze and solve physical problems.


• Provide mentoring to other job categories.


• Perform other duties as assigned and/or required.

HukariAscendent offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Opportunities with HukariAscendent change frequently. For a complete listing of our current openings, please visit our website at www.hukari.com.

HukariAscendent is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran or military status including disabled veterans and Vietnam era veterans, or other protected status.

Must be a U.S. Citizen

• Undergraduate degree in physical science or engineering and five years NDA experience; or ten equivalent years of experience in the NDA field.


• Demonstrated relevant experience in an experimental and/or production environment.


• Expertise in a wide range of NDA techniques and their application.


• Knowledge areas should cover many of the following fields: physics, chemistry, statistics, electronics, engineering, and nuclear safety.


• Effective technical problem solving techniques.


• Computer literacy skills are required to include a working knowledge of MS Office software.


• Excellent ability with a programming language and spreadsheet software.


• Effective written and verbal communication skills.


• Qualified in accordance with ASTM C-1490-04 “Standard Guide for the Selection, Training and Qualification of Nondestructive Assay NDA Personnel,” specifically section 4.2.2.


• Familiarity with data acquisition and analysis software packages related to gamma assay.  E.g. Maestro, GammaVision, ISOCS, SNAP, ISOTOPIC, PC FRAM, etc.


• Ability to work with minimal supervision, to begin projects independently (or as assigned), and to bring projects (or assignments) to satisfactory conclusion on a timely basis.