Sr. Director, TRISO-X Business Development

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Job Description

This role is responsible for leading the strategic initiatives in the advanced nuclear fuels market, with a focus on supporting Xe-100 business development through TRISO-X fuel supply, strategic partnerships, and TRISO-X fuel sales for non-X-energy advanced reactor technologies. This individual will be responsible for coordinating existing XE/TRISO-X joint business opportunities, identifying new business opportunities, fostering customer relationships, and leading market expansion strategies for TRISO-X and other advanced coated particle fuel products to be manufactured by TRISO-X.

 

Job Profile Tasks/Responsibilities

• Drive fuel-related business development initiatives for TRISO-X and X-energy.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop strategic partnerships with commercial, government, and research entities to support X-energy and TRISO-X growth strategies and capabilities.
• Develop go-to-market strategies for future expansions of TRISO-X fuel fabrication facilities in the U.S. and abroad.
• Lead proposal development and support contract negotiations in coordination with legal, contracts, and technical teams.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and meetings with stakeholders.
• Represent TRISO-X in X-energy customer engagements.
• Monitor and analyze market trends, competitor activities, and regulatory developments.
• Collaborate with technical and operations teams to support long-term planning for new fuel product development to support customer needs.
• Provide regular reporting on business development metrics, pipeline status, and strategic progress.
• Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Job Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or a related field.
• Typically, seventeen years of general work experience, fifteen years of relevant work experience in nuclear related fields, with a minimum of five years in a business development or commercial leadership role can be in lieu of seventeen total years of experience.
• Expert understanding of the nuclear fuel supply chain, regulatory landscape, and global energy markets.
• Advanced technical understanding of nuclear fuel technology and fuel manufacturing processes.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.

Compensation

As required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g. education/training, experience, skill sets, etc.).  Individual candidates who meet the job requirements for the posted position will be offered a salary within this range based on their respective levels of education/training, experience, and other qualifications unique to them.  Salary ranges may vary based on the specific office location and region referenced in the posting to take into consideration differences in cost of living and may not be reflective of all regions.  Please note that compensation ranges listed for US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits or other incentives. 

A reasonable estimate for this position at the level of experience required is:

$180,900-$301,500

Position Job Classification

Full time - Exempt

Benefits 

X Energy, LLC offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with an employer match, Medical/Dental /Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, and a Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy that supports the continuing e