Antares
Nuclear Engineer II
Los Angeles. Posted 4 months ago
The role
You will be a responsible engineer for a key component of the Antares reactor design. This includes tasks such as neutronics modeling, multiphysics analyses, and hardware demonstrations.
What you will do
- Assist with neutronics modeling and simulations using MCNP, Serpent, or SCALE
- Support Multiphysics analyses (thermal-hydraulics, heat transfer, structural mechanics)
- Participate in experimental validation of simulation results
- Collaborate with senior engineers on iterative design tasks
- Contribute to documentation and regulatory reporting
- Participate in hardware demonstrations and prototype testing
Required qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering or related technical field
- Familiarity with neutron transport software (MCNP, Serpent, SCALE)
Nice to have
- Familiarity with Python or similar programming language
- Coursework or internships involving Multiphysics modeling
- Interest or experience in microreactors, heat pipe cooled reactors, or other advanced reactors
- Exposure to fast-paced project environments
- Proven ability to quickly learn new technical concepts
- Strong communication skills
About the company
Antares is building mass-producible, inherently safe, deployable microreactors for terrestrial, underwater, and space use. The team includes members from SpaceX, the White House, the Pentagon, the Department of Energy, MIT, and various National Laboratories.