BWXTEO - Director of Licensing & Safety

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 require 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
At BWXT, we are committed to delivering innovative nuclear solutions that contribute to a better world. We recently announced a new venture in advanced uranium enrichment, designed to support a new era of energy innovation and national security while modernizing the fuel cycle. As a trusted leader in nuclear operations, we are expanding into the enrichment sector and are actively seeking visionary leaders to help shape the future of nuclear energy in the United States.

 

BWXT is seeking a seasoned Director of Licensing & Safety to lead the development and execution of world-class regulatory compliance, safety, licensing, and quality programs for our advanced uranium enrichment initiative. The ideal candidate will bring deep nuclear operations experience, a proven track record of leading licensing efforts for complex nuclear systems and facilities, and hands-on knowledge of ASME NQA-1, NRC/DOE requirements, and nuclear fuel cycle operations. 

 

This is a critical leadership role reporting to the Vice President of Enrichment. The Director of Licensing & Safety will be responsible for building and overseeing the organization’s EHS programs from the ground up, ensuring operational readiness, regulatory success, and a deeply embedded culture of safety and accountability.

 

Location
On-site in Oak Ridge, TN

 

Your Day to Day as the Director of Licensing & Safety:

 

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute comprehensive EHS strategy in alignment with NRC, DOE, and other regulatory frameworks, including 10 CFR Part 70 and 10 CFR 50/52.
• Lead licensing efforts for the startup and commercial operation of the enrichment facility, including environmental reviews, safety analysis, emergency preparedness, and NRC engagement.

 

Regulatory Affairs & Licensing

• Direct all licensing activities including interface with NRC, DOE, DOD, and other regulatory agencies.
• Manage pre-application strategy, license application submittals, and implementation of regulatory commitments.
• Oversee Integrated Safety Analysis (ISA), criticality safety evaluations, fire protection plans, and materials control.

 

Environmental, Health & Safety Compliance

• Establish, implement, and oversee a rigorous EHS program consistent with NRC and DOE expectations.
• Lead development of operational and safety procedures, causal analysis, hazard evaluation, and incident response planning.
• Guide the creation of a site-wide safety cu