Program Manager - Enrichment Operations & Nuclear Projects Job Details | BWXT
BWXT · Oak Ridge, TN
FULL-TIME
Posted Aug 23, 2026
175K–238K a year
Job Description
BWX Technologies, Inc. provides nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine, and space exploration. The Program Manager will coordinate and execute complex technical programs within the uranium enrichment business line, managing schedules, budgets, risks, documentation, regulatory deliverables, and cross-functional activities across engineering, licensing, operations, manufacturing, and quality teams.
Responsibilities
• Manage day-to-day execution of assigned programs and projects, ensuring alignment with schedule, scope, budget, and compliance requirements
• Support program planning, budgeting, resource tracking, and risk management under guidance of Director
• Coordinate cross-functional activities across engineering, licensing, manufacturing, EH&S, Security, and QA/QC teams
• Develop and maintain integrated project schedules and work breakdown structures
• Facilitate meetings, technical reviews, and reporting with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Support the development of program documentation, including Statements of Work (SOW), milestone reports, and regulatory deliverables
• Track and report Earned Value metrics, risks, and performance indicators to leadership
• Assist with internal readiness reviews, quality gates, and regulatory interactions
• Identify process improvements and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Uphold rigorous safety, security, and quality standards across all program activities
Skills
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business, or a related technical discipline
• 10+ years of experience managing or coordinating technical programs or projects in nuclear, DOE, defense, or regulated industries
• Familiarity with DOE project lifecycle, NRC regulatory structures, or nuclear-grade manufacturing processes
• Demonstrated ability to manage schedules, budgets, and cross-functional teams
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Project, Primavera, or similar project management tools
• Capable of preparing reports, briefings, and supporting sponsor interactions
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance level Q
• All candidates must be U.S. citizens
• Active clearance strongly preferred
• PMP certification or formal project management training
• Experience supporting uranium enrichment, centrifuge systems, or nuclear fuel cycle operations
• Prior experience working within NQA-1, 10 CFR Part 70, or DOE Order 413.3B frameworks
• Experience with risk management, earned value management (EVM), or integrated project teams
• Understanding of startup, commissioning, and test planning processes for nuclear systems
Benefits
• Health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
• An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!
• An annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits.
Company Overview
• At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. It was founded in 1867, and is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is http://www.bwxt.com.
Responsibilities
• Manage day-to-day execution of assigned programs and projects, ensuring alignment with schedule, scope, budget, and compliance requirements
• Support program planning, budgeting, resource tracking, and risk management under guidance of Director
• Coordinate cross-functional activities across engineering, licensing, manufacturing, EH&S, Security, and QA/QC teams
• Develop and maintain integrated project schedules and work breakdown structures
• Facilitate meetings, technical reviews, and reporting with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Support the development of program documentation, including Statements of Work (SOW), milestone reports, and regulatory deliverables
• Track and report Earned Value metrics, risks, and performance indicators to leadership
• Assist with internal readiness reviews, quality gates, and regulatory interactions
• Identify process improvements and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Uphold rigorous safety, security, and quality standards across all program activities
Skills
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business, or a related technical discipline
• 10+ years of experience managing or coordinating technical programs or projects in nuclear, DOE, defense, or regulated industries
• Familiarity with DOE project lifecycle, NRC regulatory structures, or nuclear-grade manufacturing processes
• Demonstrated ability to manage schedules, budgets, and cross-functional teams
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Project, Primavera, or similar project management tools
• Capable of preparing reports, briefings, and supporting sponsor interactions
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance level Q
• All candidates must be U.S. citizens
• Active clearance strongly preferred
• PMP certification or formal project management training
• Experience supporting uranium enrichment, centrifuge systems, or nuclear fuel cycle operations
• Prior experience working within NQA-1, 10 CFR Part 70, or DOE Order 413.3B frameworks
• Experience with risk management, earned value management (EVM), or integrated project teams
• Understanding of startup, commissioning, and test planning processes for nuclear systems
Benefits
• Health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
• An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!
• An annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits.
Company Overview
• At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. It was founded in 1867, and is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is http://www.bwxt.com.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
Additional Details
- City
- Oak Ridge
- State
- Tennessee
- Country
- US
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