Transportation and Material Lifecycle Program Manager

Company Overview

Zeno Power is the leading developer of nuclear batteries - compact power systems that provide reliable, clean energy in frontier environments. By harnessing the heat from radioisotopes, Zeno's batteries power critical missions on Earth, in space, and at sea. To bring this technology to market by 2027, Zeno is seeking out purpose-driven and innovative professionals who are comfortable working in a startup environment. Team members will have a direct impact in enabling commercial and national security missions from the depths of our oceans, to the surface of the moon, and in austere environments here on Earth. Zeno is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Program Manager - Radioactive Material Transport and Disposition

Zeno Power is seeking a highly motivated Radiological Transportation and Material Lifecycle Program Manager to support nuclear supply chain efforts on managing transportation and lifecycle of radioisotopes. This role directly supports commercialization of novel radioisotope power system (RPS) technology. In this role you will:

• Evaluate, make recommendations to management, and implement proposed radioactive material transportation and waste strategies
• Lead radioactive material supply and product transportation and handling logistics with inputs from internal project stakeholders, commercial fabrication partners, deployment customers, and transportation partners
• Perform analyses of Zeno's RPS lifecycle and develop cost effective strategies for process waste and transportation including feedstock material, fabrication, assembly, and deployment
• Coordinate with Zeno's RPS fabrication facility partner(s) to implement the low-level radioactive material disposition strategies
• Prepare and support documentation, including design specifications, equipment specifications, inspection and maintenance procedures, component design details, concept of operations, and licensing materials
• Support Zeno's regulatory efforts, including drafting or reviewing filings, participating in engagements, and contributing to regulatory technical papers
• Manage and evaluate commercial contracts with Zeno partners and subcontractors
• Prepare and give presentations to internal and external stakeholders, including at technical conferences

Key Qualifications and Skills

• B.S. with 5+ years of relevant experience or an advanced degree with 3+ years of experience.
• Understanding of radiological transportation and material handling regulations and requirements.
• Candidate must be a self-starter and able to interface with internal and external stakeholders with minimal direction.
• Able to meet deadlines and perform under pressure in an uncertain environment.
• Clearly demonstrate the ability to work either independently or as part of a team.
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.

Job Functions

• Motor Abilities: Sitting/standing for extended periods, gripping, fine motor control (hands)
• Physical requirements: Ability to safely lift up to 15 pounds
• Special Senses: Visual and audio
• Work Conditions: Typing, standing/sitting working environment of >8 hr/day
• Travel: Travel may be required, 0-10%
• Location: Hybrid in Washington, D.C. (In-office at least 3 days each week

Compensation and Benefits


The final job level and compensation will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, years of relevant experience, skills, qualifications, certifications, and other business considerations.


In addition to competitive compensation, we also offer a generous benefits package, which includes:

• Stock options
• Flexible paid time off
• 401k plan with employer match
• 16 weeks of paid family leave
• 11 observed company holidays
• Employer HSA contributions
• Life insurance
• Transit benefits to put toward commuting expenses
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Relocation assistance
• Professional development
• Employee recognition program
• Company-sponsored ClassPass benefit to support employee wellness
• Dog friendly office

Physical Demands and Work Environment


The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.


Note


This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.


Export Control

Applicants for employment at Zeno Power must be a U.S. person. The term "U.S. Person" means (i) a U.S citizen or U.S. national; or (ii) any natural person who is a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e., holds a Green Card), as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or as a "protected individual" defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (i.e., admitted as a refugee or is granted asylum).