Nuclear Electronic Technician Jobs

Nuclear Electronic Technician jobs are open across nuclear power generation, defense, and medical imaging, with specializations in reactor instrumentation, radiation detection systems, and control equipment calibration, at every level from entry-level technician to senior and lead positions. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles1,051+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerKastle Systems
Top cityPalo Alto, CA
Work type70% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Electronic Warfare Large Aircraft Survivability Scheduler
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Electronic Warfare Large Aircraft Survivability Scheduler
Trinzic
Beavercreek, Ohio
Program Management
Project Management
Technical Product & Program Management
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Senior Electronic Banking Specialist
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Senior Electronic Banking Specialist
KEMBA Financial Credit Union
Columbus, Ohio
IT Support
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
Hybrid
51-200

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SMT/Through hole electronic repair technician
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SMT/Through hole electronic repair technician
Fastec Services, LLC
Travelers Rest, South Carolina
Electrical Engineering
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$26.04 - $31.36/hr
On-Site

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Senior Proposal Solution Architect - Electronic Warfare (C5ISR & Cyber)
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Senior Proposal Solution Architect - Electronic Warfare (C5ISR & Cyber)
CACI International
Herndon, Virginia
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Cloud Architecture
Software Engineering
Solutions Architecture
$132k - $290k/yr
Bachelor's degree in systems engineering
10,000+

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Electronic Technician- Rework
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Electronic Technician- Rework
Summit Staffing
Indianapolis, Indiana
Electrical Engineering
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$22 - $28/hr
On-Site
J-STD-001 Certification
51-200

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Nuclear Electronic Technician Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Kastle Systems30
  • I2G Systems29
  • BAE Systems USA21
  • Northrop Grumman20
  • Lockheed Martin16

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing17
  • Electronics & Hardware15
  • Consulting & Professional Services12
  • Technology & Software11
  • Healthcare & Medical Services4

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in nuclear electronic technician jobs.

  • Associate degree in electronics technology, nuclear technology, or a related field
  • Experience with instrumentation and control systems in a nuclear or industrial environment
  • Knowledge of radiation protection principles and NRC regulatory requirements
  • Ability to obtain or hold a Department of Defense or NRC-related security clearance
  • Proficiency with calibration tools, oscilloscopes, and digital multimeters
  • Familiarity with plant-specific I&C platforms such as Ovation, EPIC, or SCRAM logic systems

Tips for Your Nuclear Electronic Technician Job Search

Tailor your resume for clearance requirements

Many nuclear electronic technician roles require a security clearance or the ability to obtain one. Call out any prior clearance history, even if expired, and list related background investigation dates. Hiring managers screen for this before reviewing technical skills.

List every relevant certification by its full name

Employers filter applications by credentials like NRC operator qualifications, ASNT-certified NDT levels, or 10 CFR Part 50 training completion. Spell each certification out in full on your resume so automated screening tools catch every match.

Target postings by reactor type and system

Job descriptions for nuclear electronic technicians often specify boiling water reactor, pressurized water reactor, or specific I&C platforms like Ovation or EPIC. Match your application language to the exact plant type and control system the posting names.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists nuclear electronic technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Prepare for scenario-based technical interviews

Interviewers at nuclear facilities typically walk through fault isolation scenarios on instrumentation loops or radiation monitoring circuits. Practice narrating your diagnostic logic step by step out loud, because evaluators are assessing your methodology, not just your final answer.

Negotiate start dates around outage cycles

Nuclear plants run intensive refueling outages every 18 to 24 months where contractor and permanent technician hiring peaks. If you're offered a role near an outage window, your start date flexibility can be a real point of negotiation for onboarding support and scheduling.

Nuclear Electronic Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most nuclear electronic technicians?

The most active employers for nuclear electronic technicians right now are Kastle Systems, I2G Systems, and BAE Systems USA, and the most openings are in California, Virginia, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Utility operators and defense contractors consistently account for the largest share of open roles.

How many nuclear electronic technician jobs are remote?

About 30% of nuclear electronic technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most plant and facility work. Sub-areas with the highest remote share include technical documentation review, radiation protection training development, and I&C engineering support roles that don't require physical access to reactor systems.

How do you become a nuclear electronic technician?

Start by earning an associate degree in electronics technology or nuclear technology, which provides the foundational coursework in circuits, instrumentation, and radiation physics. Next, pursue NRC-recognized training or complete an apprenticeship through a utility or defense contractor. Most employers then require plant-specific qualification programs before you work independently on safety-related systems.

Can you get hired as a nuclear electronic technician with little experience?

Yes, entry-level nuclear electronic technician roles exist, but they typically require completing a formal qualification program on the job. Military veterans with Navy nuclear power training have a strong advantage because that background maps directly to civilian plant I&C work. Candidates without military experience often start in a support or apprentice technician role while completing site-specific qualification checklists.

What does the nuclear electronic technician interview process look like?

Most hiring processes include a technical screening call, a panel interview with I&C supervisors or operations staff, and a hands-on or scenario-based assessment where you walk through a fault isolation or calibration procedure. Background investigation and fitness-for-duty screening follow a conditional offer. The full process from application to start date commonly runs several weeks due to security and medical clearance steps.

Where can I find and apply to nuclear electronic technician jobs?

You can find and apply to nuclear electronic technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, plant type background, and location preferences, then apply directly to each one that fits.

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