Enterprise Risk & Business Continuity Program 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.

Welcome to BWXT
We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

Position Overview:
The Enterprise Risk & Business Continuity Program Manager at BWXT plays a crucial role in protecting the organization’s $3B enterprise against various risks through the design and enhancement of an integrated Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and Business Continuity program. Reporting to the VP, Safety & Security, this leader develops and executes strategies for crisis management and business continuity that ensure resilience and maintain critical operations in high-stakes environments, all while fostering a risk-aware culture. By aligning ERM and continuity practices with corporate strategies and regulatory requirements, they provide executives and the board with the insights needed for informed, risk-adjusted decision-making.

Location:

On-site in McLean, VA or Lynchburg, VA

Your Day to Day as a ERM & Business Continuity Program Manager:

• Lead the design and implementation of an ERM program aligned with COSO ERM and ISO 31000 specifically for the nuclear sector.
• Establish risk governance structures and policies, ensuring alignment with BWXT’s corporate strategy and regulatory frameworks.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to define and maintain the company's risk appetite and tolerance levels.
• Conduct enterprise-wide risk assessments to identify emerging risks and maintain a comprehensive risk register.
• Monitor risks such as cybersecurity threats and supply chain vulnerabilities while advising leadership on implications.
• Collaborate with business units to develop and test effective risk mitigation strategies tailored to BWXT’s growth strategy.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive Business Continuity Plan (BCP) tailored to BWXT’s unique operational challenges.
• Conduct business impact analyses to identify critical functions essential for maintaining operations during crises.
• Serve as the primary operations officer during crises, coordinating responses and external communications.
• Deliver timely risk and continuity reports to executive leadership, ensuring critical insights are accessible for decision-making.
• Provide actionable insights highlighting exposures and recommended actions aligned with BWXT’s strategic objectives.
• Cascade risk information throughout the organization to promote awareness and accountability in decision-making.
• Lead training programs to embed risk and continuity management into daily operations, fostering a culture of resilience.
• Serve as a coach and advisor to managers on ap