Software Specialist
Employer: Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure · Location: Richland, WA · Posting: 41548 · Type: Full-Time · Pay: $119,813-$183,050/yr
Duties
The anticipated start date for this position is dependent upon operational and training needs and could be scheduled as late as April 2027. Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C) leads the nation's largest and most complex radioactive waste cleanup effort. Every day, our teams work to safely remove, treat, and dispose of 56 million gallons of legacy tank waste at the Hanford Site in Richland, Washington. When you join H2C, you become part of a team dedicated to creating "The Solution Today for a Better Tomorrow." Guided by our Vision, Mission, Values, and Behaviors, we work together with integrity, innovation, and accountability. We empower our workforce, encourage continuous improvement, and celebrate achievements as we make measurable progress toward tank waste cleanup and long term site closure. At H2C, your work has a meaningful impact—today and for future generations. This role supports H2C's Plant Engineering Installed Software program. The Software Specialist manages plant installed software (including ICN developed and commercial support software), ensures lifecycle and configuration control, and supports engineering, operations, and portfolio governance across the software ecosystem. Key Responsibilities * Manage software configuration identification, change control, and lifecycle status for ICN and support software. * Perform and advise on commercial and developed software upgrades in compliance with software quality procedures. * Design and implement software applications for automated systems; develop project plans, requirements, designs, tests, and documentation. * Provide Oracle database administration support and guidance to other engineers. * Troubleshoot interface issues and support DFLAW operations, maintenance, commissioning, and design issue resolution. * Review facility/system procedures, work instructions, and technical documents. * Interface with subcontractors, vendors, and project teams; maintain required qualifications and support a strong nuclear safety and quality culture. * Support leaders in articulating new software needs and eliciting requirements from stakeholders. * Track resource capacity, utilization, project progress, risks, and issues. * Ensure accurate and current project/portfolio reporting; validate information before release to senior leadership. * Participate in steering and prioritization meetings; manage processes to maximize project throughput. * Support all phases of the software lifecycle and ensure compliance with lifecycle procedures. * Prepare required documentation. This job description is not intended to include every duty, task, or instruction for which an employee is responsible. Other tasks may be assigned based on business needs and the department supervisor's request.
Qualifications
Grade 19: Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) degree in Computer Science, IT, Mathematics or related discipline; and Eight (8) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Grade 20: Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) degree in Computer Science, IT, Mathematics or related discipline; and Ten (10) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and 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 21: Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) degree in Computer Science, IT, Mathematics or related discipline; and Twelve (12) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and 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.
Compensation
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: $119,813 Hiring Range Maximum: $183,050 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 visit https://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.