Head of Nuclear Engineering in , United States

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Head of Nuclear Engineering

About the Company

Reputable provider of engineering, technical & consulting services to the defense industry

Industry

Defense & Space

Type

Privately Held

Founded

2000

Employees

201-500

Specialties

program management

commercial services

test engineering

it and software engineering

mechanical engineering

research and development

logistics engineering

management consulting

and radiation detection

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Head of Nuclear Engineering with a strong background in nuclear science and engineering, particularly in the fields of defense or power. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical direction and engineering project coordination for nuclear work, including ship's reactor plant mechanical, electrical, and structural hardware and systems, reactor plant testing, and facilities and support systems. This role also involves supervisory and managerial responsibilities in areas such as quality and process, recruiting, training, and development, project engineering and planning, and waterfront operations and support. The Head of Nuclear Engineering will be expected to have extensive knowledge of related engineering fields, the ability to respond to radiological emergencies, and a proven track record of dealing with diverse stakeholders in highly technical or regulated environments. Applicants for the Head of Nuclear Engineering position at the company must have engineering qualifications compliant with the Washington Accord, or qualifications and experience meeting the requirements of a Chartered Professional Engineer. Formal qualifications in nuclear science and/or engineering recognized by AUKUS partner countries, as well as a Master's degree or higher in a related field, are also required. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of Australian nuclear regulatory license requirements, submarines, the navy, or defense, and a demonstrated ability to lead high-performing teams and grow talent. A SECRET Clearance is mandatory. The role demands a leader with the ability to set clear organizational standards, guardrails, and to identify and implement high-quality solutions to complex problems in a high-stakes environment.

Hiring Manager Title

ORBIS Program Manager

Travel Percent

Less than 10%

Functions

Engineering

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