Job Title

MC&A Statistician

Location

Kevil, KY 42053-9711 US (Primary)

Category

Project Support

Job Type

Full-time

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Shift Work Required?

No

Travel

Up to 25%

Security Clearance Required

Not Required

Job Description

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At MCSA, we know our success depends on our people. We are committed to providing a safe workplace, developing our employees, and fostering a culture built on teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement. If you’re looking for meaning work and the opportunity to make an impact, we’d like to hear from you.

Position Overview

Under general supervision, the MC&A Statistician provides technical oversight and ensures rigorous compliance with nuclear material measurement controls. Operating in accordance with DOE Order 474.2A, this position is responsible for ensuring that all nuclear material accountability measurements are accurate, defensible, and fully compliant with DOE Orders, contract requirements, DOE-approved Plans, and implementing procedures. The Statistician applies to evaluate measurement systems, establish measurement uncertainty, and monitor statistical control programs to safeguard and account for nuclear materials.

Functional:

• Monitor routine nuclear material accountability measurements to ensure they are performed using approved, qualified methods and equipment.
• Verify routine calibration records and measurement control files to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Analyze routine measurement performance and statistical control data, identifying trends and shifts requiring corrective action.
• Develop updates and routine revisions to measurement control plans and procedures in coordination with site management.
• Coordinate the gathering of data from laboratory, NDA, and analytical chemistry personnel to support measurement system alignments.
• Execute internal assessments and self-assessments by analyzing documentation and evidence for audit preparation.
• Calculate data needed for ID evaluations and SEID assessments.
• Evaluate raw measurement data and technical reports for statistical validity and consistency before final approval.
• Implement improvements to current measurement methodologies based on research and identified performance gaps.
• Manage departmental statistical tasks, maintain logs, and provide technical guidance to support daily team operations.

Competencies:

• Demonstrates the ability to monitor measurement system stability using trend analysis, control charting, and hypothesis testing. 
• Demonstrates the ability to calculate and evaluate measurement uncertainties, limits of error, and systematic biases to ensure defensible reporting.
• Demonstrates the ability to interpret and apply requirements of Department of Energy (DOE) Order 474.2A to ensure facility-wide accountability.

Job Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Statistics, Mathematics, Applied Physics or equivalent
• 3-5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. 
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) credential

We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.