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Title Simulator Training Specialist (Senior)

Position Number 40703

Company Hanford Tank Waste Operations

City/State Richland, WA

Location 200E

Posted 11/12/2025

Closes 11/22/2025

Regular/Temporary Regular

Full/Part-Time Full-Time

Job Responsibilities/Duties

Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C) delivers exceptional performance in safely removing, treating, and disposing of tank waste. H2C leads the nation's largest and most complex radioactive waste cleanup, including closure of the legacy waste tanks at Hanford containing 56 million gallons of radioactive and chemical waste.

Joining H2C means becoming part of a team dedicated to creating "The Solution Today for a Better Tomorrow." At H2C, our culture is deeply rooted in our Vision, Mission, Values, and Behaviors, which guide our efforts on the Hanford Site and within our communities. Our vision to tackle the Department of Energy's largest environmental challenge reflects our commitment to leaving a positive legacy for future generations. We strive to deliver exceptional performance in safely removing, treating, and disposing of tank waste. Our values emphasize living safely, acting with integrity, and working collaboratively as a team. We encourage innovation, personal accountability, and continuous improvement, fostering an environment where everyone is empowered to contribute to our mission and celebrate our achievements. By embracing these principles, you will be part of a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact today and for the future.

The H2C Training department is seeking two (2) Simulator Training Specialists. Under direction from the Simulator Training Supervisor, this individual will perform assignments supporting the analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation of simulator training programs satisfying the requirements of DOE O 426.2.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

* Perform all assignments in accordance with H2C Training procedures.

* Apply the ADDIE model of the SAT

* Analyze job/task and facility specific processes leading to the design and development of simulator-based training modules that align with operational and regulatory requirements.

* Develop training scenarios, alarm responses, and drill guides.

* Implement (deliver) simulator training to qualify operations personnel in necessary knowledge, skills and safety.

* Meet simulator training development schedules to meet Tank Farms operations needs and expectations.

* Evaluate the impact of simulator training programs using learner feedback and performance metrics to enhance training effectiveness.

* Assist with software model development, testing, and validation.

* Coordinate with Operations to obtain SME support ensuring training content meets existing operational conditions and facility configurations.

* Coordinate with Operations to support training, drills, and simulator activities.

* Must have previously taken courses in education or training with emphasis on instructional analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation which may or may not have been included in secondary education curriculum.

* Other duties as assigned

* This position falls under DOE Order 426.2 and as such must meet the conditions of the order. This may require additional specific training and/or knowledge dependent on the position's duties and responsibilities.

Required Qualifications

Grade 18: Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) in related field and 8 years of Training and/or Nuclear Operations/Maintenance or an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.

Grade 19: Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) in related field and 9 years of Training and/or Nuclear Operations/Maintenance or an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.

*Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of responsibility is larger, and the expected level of performance is increased.

Grade 20: Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) in related field and 10+ years of Training and/or Nuclear Operations/Maintenance or an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience

*Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of responsibility is significantly larger, and the expected level of performance is greatly increased.

Desired Qualifications

* Hanford Tank Farm operations experience.

* Previous DOE, military, commercial or similar hazardous facility experience.

* Previous experience operating facility control room automated software (ex. ABB800xa) and simulation software (JPro).

* Application of the ADDIE model of the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT).

* Previous experience training operations personnel.

* Fluent in Microsoft Office, especially in Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.

Compensation & Benefits

In accordance with the company's philosophy on compensation for exempt and salaried non-exempt employees, H2C takes into consideration a variety of factors when determining initial grade and salary to include assigned job scope and responsibility, a candidate's qualifications as compared to internal comparators performing in a similar role, and the external labor market. A salary offer will be made at the appropriate grade level and within the targeted hiring range posted according to these factors. Note a candidate's prior salary history will not be taken into consideration.

Hiring Range Minimum: $106,663

Hiring Range Maximum: $162,688

H2C offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical/dental/vision, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please visithttps://hmis.hanford.gov/hr/page.cfm/HEWTBenefits

Depending on the nature of your employment with H2C, you can expect the following:

- A business casual dress work environment: jeans are permissible (restrictions may apply).

- Opportunity for work/life balance: a standard 4 x 10 work schedule, allowing more personal time to enjoy life outside of the office (other schedules and/or shift work may be required).

Note: employment at H2C involves working in the office or in the field depending on the role.

Relocation Funding Provided Yes

Clearance Required No

Job Classification Exempt

Shift Work Required No

This contractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Applicants and employees have rights under Federal Employment Laws and are protected under federal law against discrimination. To view information regarding these rights, please click on these links:

+ Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights.pdf)

+ Pay Transparency Policy Statement

+ Family Medical Leave Act (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdf)

+ Employee Polygraph Protection Act

+ WA State Paid Family Medical Leave (https://paidleave.wa.gov/app/uploads/2021/12/2021.12.Six-things-to-know-about-Paid-Leave.pdf)