Senior Technical Advisor
COMPA Industries, Inc., Los Alamos, NM, United States
Senior Technical Advisor – Operations & Project Advisory
COMPA Industries is searching for a qualified candidate for a Senior Technical Advisor position supporting Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) in Aiken, South Carolina.
Salary:
$86/hr – $97/hr
Location:
Aiken, SC (Savannah River Site) – Onsite / Limited Telework as approved
Citizenship:
US Citizenship Required
Work Schedule:
Full-time, Day Shift (may include off‑shift support as needed)
Clearance:
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” security clearance
Mandatory Experience Requirement – Read Before Applying
Minimum 20 years of experience supporting nuclear facilities or nuclear projects
Demonstrated experience providing technical, operational, or project advisory support to DOE/NNSA programs
Proven background mentoring senior leaders, project managers, or operations personnel
Significant experience with DOE Orders, site procedures, and regulatory compliance
Applications that do not clearly demonstrate these qualifications will not be considered.
Impact The Senior Technical Advisor serves as a trusted subject matter expert and mentor, providing strategic technical and operational guidance across complex nuclear operations and project environments. This role directly supports mission‑critical DOE programs by strengthening leadership performance, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance across facilities and project teams.
Responsibilities and Duties
Provide expert advisory support in operations, project execution, planning, and performance improvement
Mentor senior managers, first‑line managers, and project personnel on:
Conduct of Operations
Management expectations and accountability
Employee development and performance improvement
Advise leadership on DOE Order implementation, regulatory compliance, and best practices
Participate in and support:
Project and operational readiness reviews
Independent Project Reviews (IPRs) and assessments
Development of corrective actions and performance improvement plans
Support multiple facilities and operational environments, including day, night, and weekend shifts
Prepare and deliver briefings, assessments, and written recommendations to senior management
Serve as a technical liaison between operations, engineering, project management, and oversight organizations
Minimum Qualifications Education & Experience (one of the following)
Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline + 12 years of relevant experience
Associate degree in a technical discipline + 16 years of relevant experience
High school diploma + 20 years of relevant experience
Experience Requirements
Extensive experience in nuclear operations, maintenance, or project environments
Deep knowledge of DOE Orders, site‑level procedures, and regulatory requirements
Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and advisory capabilities
Ability to evaluate performance, identify gaps, and recommend corrective actions
Security
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” security clearance
Active clearance not required at time of hire
Desired Skills
Prior possession of an active DOE “L” or “Q” clearance within the past 2 years
Previous experience at Savannah River Site (SRS) or other DOE facilities
Strong communication skills for executive‑level briefings and mentoring
Experience supporting multi‑facility or multi‑project environments
Education And Experience Requirements Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered as outlined above. Extensive DOE/NNSA experience is strongly preferred.
Why Work at COMPA Industries? At COMPA, we build careers— not just contracts. For over 30 years, COMPA has supported DOE and national security missions with highly skilled professionals. We offer competitive compensation, a collaborative culture, and the opportunity to make a direct impact on critical nuclear missions.
COMPA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Note: COMPA’s policy may disqualify applicants with certain criminal histories from specific positions.
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Salary:
$86/hr – $97/hr
Location:
Aiken, SC (Savannah River Site) – Onsite / Limited Telework as approved
Citizenship:
US Citizenship Required
Work Schedule:
Full-time, Day Shift (may include off‑shift support as needed)
Clearance:
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” security clearance
Mandatory Experience Requirement – Read Before Applying
Minimum 20 years of experience supporting nuclear facilities or nuclear projects
Demonstrated experience providing technical, operational, or project advisory support to DOE/NNSA programs
Proven background mentoring senior leaders, project managers, or operations personnel
Significant experience with DOE Orders, site procedures, and regulatory compliance
Applications that do not clearly demonstrate these qualifications will not be considered.
Impact The Senior Technical Advisor serves as a trusted subject matter expert and mentor, providing strategic technical and operational guidance across complex nuclear operations and project environments. This role directly supports mission‑critical DOE programs by strengthening leadership performance, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance across facilities and project teams.
Responsibilities and Duties
Provide expert advisory support in operations, project execution, planning, and performance improvement
Mentor senior managers, first‑line managers, and project personnel on:
Conduct of Operations
Management expectations and accountability
Employee development and performance improvement
Advise leadership on DOE Order implementation, regulatory compliance, and best practices
Participate in and support:
Project and operational readiness reviews
Independent Project Reviews (IPRs) and assessments
Development of corrective actions and performance improvement plans
Support multiple facilities and operational environments, including day, night, and weekend shifts
Prepare and deliver briefings, assessments, and written recommendations to senior management
Serve as a technical liaison between operations, engineering, project management, and oversight organizations
Minimum Qualifications Education & Experience (one of the following)
Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline + 12 years of relevant experience
Associate degree in a technical discipline + 16 years of relevant experience
High school diploma + 20 years of relevant experience
Experience Requirements
Extensive experience in nuclear operations, maintenance, or project environments
Deep knowledge of DOE Orders, site‑level procedures, and regulatory requirements
Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and advisory capabilities
Ability to evaluate performance, identify gaps, and recommend corrective actions
Security
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” security clearance
Active clearance not required at time of hire
Desired Skills
Prior possession of an active DOE “L” or “Q” clearance within the past 2 years
Previous experience at Savannah River Site (SRS) or other DOE facilities
Strong communication skills for executive‑level briefings and mentoring
Experience supporting multi‑facility or multi‑project environments
Education And Experience Requirements Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered as outlined above. Extensive DOE/NNSA experience is strongly preferred.
Why Work at COMPA Industries? At COMPA, we build careers— not just contracts. For over 30 years, COMPA has supported DOE and national security missions with highly skilled professionals. We offer competitive compensation, a collaborative culture, and the opportunity to make a direct impact on critical nuclear missions.
COMPA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Note: COMPA’s policy may disqualify applicants with certain criminal histories from specific positions.
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