Space Systems Technical Project Manager

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

 

 

 

BWXT is currently seeking a Space Systems Technical Project Manager for its Advanced Technologies location in Lynchburg, VA!

 

BWXT is People Strong, Innovation Driven - be part of BWXT’s innovation hub. BWXT’s Advanced Technologies (AT) group researches, designs, and develops innovative new nuclear reactors, nuclear rocket propulsion systems, and radioisotope production systems for both internal and external customers.

 

BWXT Advanced Technologies LLC is seeking a Space Systems Technical Project Manager (TPM) to support growth and capture initiatives in the space portfolio. The TPM will continuously evaluate the space nuclear market, participating in industry events, meetings, and working groups, and implement strategy in AT to grow portfolio. Activities will include identifying opportunities, establishing external partnerships and relationships with government and industry stakeholders, creating and leading project plans to prepare for growth opportunities, and supporting or leading proposal activities for BWXT Ats space portfolio. Potential customers include, the US Department of Defense, the US Department of Energy, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and Spacecraft or component providers.  The Space Systems TPM may also interface with US regulatory bodies, supply chain and participate in professional associations forums.

 

If you are looking for a career where your experience is valued, innovative thinking is fostered, and barrier-free teamwork is embraced every day, then this opportunity is for you. The position will be located in the Lynchburg, VA Advanced Technologies office.

 

Job Description / Duties: 

• Execute the growth strategy for BWXT space nuclear business in coordination with the Director of Space and Emerging Programs.
• Contribute to defining BWXT Advanced Technology business development program budgets, plans, strategies, and tactics.
• Interface with potential customers, stakeholders, and partners to identify, qualify and capture new business opportunities.
• Develop and successfully execute potential customer capture plans.
• Plan, execute and participate in potential customer and industry briefings.
• Plan, execute and contribute to the development and maintenance of Cost Models.
• Work with Project/Program Management to ensure proposals and programs are established that meet industry and BWXT standard project management processes and procedures.
• Maintain a high ethical standard of practice, including compliance with all company procedures.

 

Job Qualifications / Requirements: 

• A Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field is required. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• Must have a minimum of eight (8) years of experience in the nuclear secto