Licensing Director, Advanced Nuclear Tech

BWX Technologies, Inc.; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

BWX Technologies, Inc. in Lynchburg, Virginia, is seeking a Licensing Director to shape and drive licensing strategy for Advanced Technologies in accordance with U.S. nuclear regulations. This senior role leads cross‑functional teams and partners with regulators, customers, and key stakeholders.

A bachelor's degree in engineering or physics is required, with at least 20 years in management or a senior regulatory leadership role. On-site work at the Lynchburg, VA site is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or physics required.
• At least 20 years in management or a senior regulatory leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead licensing plans for advanced reactor tech within U.S. regulations.
• Produce high-quality regulatory deliverables and license content.
• Define and drive regulatory strategy for major technical challenges.
• Own licensing basis for one or more reactor technologies.
• Collaborate with engineering to integrate regulatory requirements.
• Support testing programs ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Lead high-level regulatory discussions with regulators and partners.
• Work with PM teams to develop budgets and schedules for regulatory outcomes.
• Communicate licensing progress to internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide organizational leadership to advance programs.

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or physics

Job description

BWX Technologies, Inc. in Lynchburg, Virginia, is seeking a Licensing Director to shape and drive licensing strategy for Advanced Technologies in accordance with U.S. nuclear regulations. This senior role leads cross‑functional teams and partners with regulators, customers, and key stakeholders.

A bachelor's degree in engineering or physics is required, with at least 20 years in management or a senior regulatory leadership role. On-site work at the Lynchburg, VA site is expected.