Radiation Safety Officer (RSO), Chennai

ABOUT Agnikul Cosmos is a company incubated at IIT Madras and we build rockets that can take satellites up to 500 kg to Lower Earth Orbit (LEO). In May 2024, we successfully completed our maiden launch from our own launchpad (India's first private launchpad). The launch has proven all the new technologies developed by Agnikul and also earned recognition from Honourable Prime Minister of IndiaWe are looking for an AERB Level II certified Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) to oversee radiation safety and regulatory compliance for our industrial CT scanning facility equipped with a 450 kV X-ray CT system. RESPONSIBILITIES Serve as the designated Radiation Safety Officer for the facilityEnsure compliance with Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) regulations and safety guidelines Oversee safe operation of the industrial CT / high-energy X-ray system (450 kV) Conduct radiation surveys, area monitoring, and exposure assessments Maintain radiation safety records, reports, and regulatory documentationCoordinate AERB approvals, licensing, and regulatory inspections Ensure proper functioning of radiation shielding, interlocks, and monitoring systems Implement and monitor radiation protection programs Train operators and staff on radiation safety procedures and emergency protocols Investigate and report radiation incidents or safety deviationsRequirements AERB Level II Radiation Safety Officer certification Minimum 2 years of experience working as an RSO after AERB qualification Experience handling industrial X-ray / radiography / CT systems Strong knowledge of AERB regulatory compliance and safety procedures Experience with radiation monitoring instruments and surveysPreferred Experience Experience with high-energy X-ray systems (300–450 kV range) Prior experience in industrial CT scanning facilities Background in NDT / testing laboratories / radiography operations