Operation Training Instructor/SRO Candidate

Operations Training InstructorTerraPower is seeking highly motivated and forward-thinking professionals who are interested in focusing on advanced nuclear reactor research and development and influencing change within the nuclear power landscape and bringing forward the critical production of medical isotopes. TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.The Operations Training Instructor reports directly to the Operations Training Manager and is focused on the development of the operations training programs and training materials for the Natrium Demonstration Project (NDP). In this role, you will develop the programs, processes, and procedures necessary for establishing and running licensed operator and non-licensed operator training. The successful candidate will integrate and coordinate with other departments, project partners, regulators, and outside organizations working on operator training.Responsibilities:Develops operator training processes, programs, and procedures for a newly developed training department, ensuring compliance with company standards, NRC regulations, INPO accreditation criteria, and other codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.Develops and executes a strategy for training program initial accreditation.Uses the Systematic-Approach-to-Training to develop new high-quality training curriculum for licensed and non-licensed operators.Revises training programs to maintain instructional and technical accuracy based on plant design changes, modifications to plant procedures, and changes in plant processes.Participates actively in the Training Curriculum Review Committee.Coordinates with operations management, the emergency response organization, and other organizations in the develop and improvement of training programs.Prepares trainee examination material and trainee evaluations for classroom, laboratory, OJT, and simulator environments, as appropriate.Prepares processes for training performance evaluations, trainee counseling sessions, and individualized training programs.Incorporates information gained from INPO Significant Operating Experience Reports, NRC Circulars, Bulletins, and Information Notices, plant design changes, plant procedure changes and revisions, new regulations, and training effectiveness reports into the training program and various training material.Participates in NRC, INPO and management audits, and prepares responses to audit findings.Develops and maintains knowledge of plant design, plant operations, disciplinary skills and techniques, commensurate with the responsibility to develop effective, high quality training.Supervises the collection and maintenance of auditable training records and reports required to document training program activities.Assists the Operations Training Manager in establishing department goals, and cost estimates that result in budgeted activities for the assigned area including specific project or subject matter areas as assigned.Key Qualifications and Skills:Associates degree in science/engineering4+ years of commercial nuclear power plant operator training experience2+ years of experience as a simulator instructorPrevious SRO/RO license holder or 4+ Years of experience with an SRO-certificationMastery of skills and extensive subject matter knowledge in carrying out assignments associated with the analysis, design, development, implementation, evaluation, and proposed modification of licensed operator training programsWorking knowledge of plant simulation softwareWorking knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPointExcellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skillsAttention to detail and aspiration for training excellenceThe successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, able to communicate openly, and display respect and a desire to foster teamworkUnderstands how individual actions and decisions can positively and negatively affect the ability of the total organization to meet its requirements to regulatory agencies and to the publicAdapts well to emergent changes due to changes in plant design, plant procedures, schedule changes, or other challenges associated with the design, construction, and commissioning of a new nuclear power plantThis position is subject to qualification requirements in accordance with ANSI/ANS 3.1. Candidates must meet the minimum education and experience criteria applicable to the role, including relevant nuclear industry experience where required. Verification of data will be part of the hiring process.Job Functions:Motor Abilities: Sitting for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds.Repetitive work: ProlongedSpecial Senses: Visual and audio focused workWork Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hours/dayTravel required 0-10%TerraPower's technology is controlled for export by various agencies of the U.S. Government. TerraPower must evaluate applicants who are foreign nationals (other than asylees, refugees, or lawful permanent residents) in accordance with U.S. Government export control requirements. To facilitate TerraPower's export control reviews, you will be asked as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or national, asylee, refugee, or lawful permanent resident of the United States. Government export authorization approval times vary. Based on the business needs for a particular position, TerraPower may not consider a foreign national from a country if it is impracticable to obtain timely Government export approval.Salary Range: $115,350 - $149,805Job Type: Full-timeAny salary offered within the posted salary band is based on market data and commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications and experience. This range is specific to the state of Wyoming.Benefits:Competitive CompensationSalary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive paymentsComprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits MedicalVisionDentalLife and DisabilityGender Affirmation BenefitsParental Leave401k PlanGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO) 21 days of annually accrued PTOGenerous Holiday Schedule 10 paid holidaysRelocation AssistanceProfessional and Educational Support Opportunities