Nuclear Materials Engineering Manager

Position Overview The Nuclear Materials Engineering Manager is responsible for leadership and general management of the NME group located at LTC. The NME team includes a supervisor, engineers, and technicians. This role oversees all aspects of NME performance, including NRC license compliance, industrial and nuclear safety, quality assurance, operational management, customer communications, project management, contract proposal development and administration, new business marketing, budget performance, and profit & loss (P&L) financial performance. Location The position will be based at the Lynchburg, VA site at LTC. Responsibilities Conduct operations within NOG Mount Athos site NRC license, including: Radiation protection and personnel exposure. Protection, isolation, and storage of radioactive and nuclear materials. Evaluation and authorization of laboratory processes and procedures through established reviews and authorization procedures and policies. Establishment and maintenance of limited access control areas for radioactive material processing and personnel protection. Conduct operations within established NOG Industrial Safety policies and OSHA regulations, including performance to established safety and injury goals. Maintain required state, federal, and agency laboratory certifications and qualifications. Establish and maintain a Quality Assurance program that meets all customer requirements and nuclear standards. Maintain information protocol within established procedures and policies for Confidential and Secret information. Manage multiple concurrent projects across diverse customers, ensuring effective communication, schedule adherence, budget compliance, and successful project performance. Oversee day‑to‑day operational management, including ensuring the availability of required equipment and supplies, and scheduling resources and overtime. Establish and execute laboratory equipment capital plans within established budgets. Drive continuous improvement of laboratory services and products to enhance competitiveness and attract new business and/or customers. Engage and participate with Business Development personnel to market laboratory services and products to new markets and customers such as nuclear material evaluation and selection, nuclear fuel characterization and testing, hot cell facility operation, and development and fabrication of isotope sources. Prepare proposals in response to solicitations from both within the company and outside customers: Preparing in‑house cost estimates including applying appropriate labor rates and G&A. Identifying and securing quotes from prospective outsourced suppliers. Securing review and approval from company legal counsel of proposed terms & conditions. Conducting and securing upper management reviews and approvals in accordance with company policies. Transmittal of final proposal to customer. Coordinating with Finance personnel on appropriate booking and establishment of cost charging accounts for awarded scopes. Manage overall operational cost to adhere to cost center budget. Oversee overall NME P&L performance to ensure achievement of established revenue and operating income goals. Supervise and assign NME personnel’s daily workloads. Required Qualifications Degree in engineering or physics (bachelor’s required). At least five (5) years of leadership/supervisory experience. Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in a nuclear field and laboratory operation. Ability to maintain confidentiality when working with sensitive information. U.S. citizenship required. Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance. Preferred Qualifications Experience in nuclear materials or radiochemistry. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans. Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work‑life balance. Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education. An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations. The chance to be part of a mission‑driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy. Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career. Compensation Pay: $114,000.00–$180,000.00 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. The total compensation package may include annual cash incentive and other benefits. All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre‑employment check and drug screening. The position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter involving an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and reference verifications. BWXT is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and provides a work environment free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. BWX Technologies, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries do not accept liability for fees or costs associated with resumes or candidates presented by recruiters or employment agencies unless a binding, written recruitment agreement exists prior to presentation, including specific services, job openings, and fees to be paid. 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