Licensing Manager

Licensing Manager

Position Overview: As our Licensing Manager, you will serve as both a senior-level subject matter expert in advanced reactor licensing and lead others in the execution of licensing activities and regulatory engagements related to BWXT AT's commercial reactor technology programs. You will collaborate closely with engineering disciplines, commercialization and business development teams, and project personnel to execute licensing plans for BWXT AT and our customers. Your goal will be to ensure that regulatory strategies are developed and implemented, regulatory requirements are identified and integrated into our technology and projects, and support engagements and licensing activities with one or more regulatory authorities.

Location: On-site in Lynchburg, VA or Remote

Your Day to Day as a Licensing Manager: Develop and implement project licensing plans for advanced reactor technology development and delivery, primarily focused on the U.S. commercial regulatory framework. This may involve aspects such as nuclear safety, nuclear security, emergency planning, reactor design and analysis, code development and qualification, financial and environmental law, and safeguards. Plan, coordinate, and support development of licensing and regulatory deliverables, including technical and topical reports, license application content, and other documents for regulatory engagement and review. Develop regulatory strategies and approaches to address key technical and programmatic issues related to BWXT AT's reactor technology development, leading efforts to resolve these matters. Lead the development and defense of the licensing basis for one or more reactor technologies and associated customer projects. Collaborate with engineering teams to develop technical design bases and integrate regulatory requirements into reactor technology. Support the creation of testing programs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Lead regulatory discussions on technical and programmatic issues in line with program plans. Work with project management teams to develop budgets and schedules that achieve regulatory outcomes. Facilitate communication with internal and external stakeholders concerning the execution of licensing activities and program plans. Perform general office duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications: A bachelor's degree in engineering is required (nuclear, mechanical, civil, environmental engineering). At least five (5) years in a management or supervisory role is required. A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in nuclear licensing and regulatory matters within a U.S. framework (NRC or DOE) is required. Experience in the design, evaluation, and technological development of nuclear systems is required. Must demonstrate the ability to communicate clearly, concisely, accurately, and timely in both written and verbal formats. Must have proven capacity to develop effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, showcasing a collaborative team-oriented approach. Must have exceptional interpersonal skills necessary to manage simultaneous licensing activities across various stakeholders. Must be a U.S. Citizen. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and/or Department of Defense (DOD) security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications: Subject matter expertise in one or more areas (e.g., safety analysis, ASME code implementation, radiation safety) is preferred. Experience leading and managing teams within regulatory/licensing or engineering environments is preferred. Experience specific to advanced reactor and new nuclear project licensing is preferred.