Licensing Manager

BWXT; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 115,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and benefits

Flexible schedules

Professional development

Inclusive culture

Mission-driven work

Continuous learning

Job summary

BWXT is seeking a Licensing Manager to lead all aspects of license application development for a uranium enrichment facility, serving as the primary regulatory interface and coordinating cross‑functional technical contributions. The role is on‑site in Oak Ridge, TN.

You will manage licensing schedules, pre‑application strategy, and interactions with NRC, ensuring regulatory commitments are integrated into design and change control. Requires strong NRC knowledge and leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, nuclear sciences, regulatory affairs, or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of nuclear industry regulatory or licensing experience.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Knowledge of NRC regulations including 10 CFR Parts 50, 52, 70, and 74.
• Strong written and verbal communication; able to interact with regulators.
• U.S. citizenship; DOE clearance ability.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary licensing team with direction, coaching, and performance oversight.
• Interface with NRC and regulators; oversee correspondence, inspections, and regulatory planning.
• Coordinate licensing strategy with internal engineering, safety, operations, and leadership.
• Develop and maintain licensing basis; manage license applications, amendments, exemptions, and RAI responses.
• Oversee pre-application strategy, submittals, and regulatory commitments implementation.
• Represent the facility during NRC inspections, audits, and rulemaking reviews.
• Lead cross‑functional teams including safety analysis, fire protection, and QA.
• Direct development of license application materials: safety analysis, radiation protection, and more.
• Manage regulatory engagement plans and pre‑application interactions.

Skills

Regulatory liaison

Leadership

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, nuclear sciences, regulatory affairs, or related technical discipline

Master’s degree in engineering, nuclear science, regulatory affairs, or related discipline

Tools

NRC regulations (10 CFR 50/52/70/74)

Job description

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 Licensing Manager leads all aspects of license application development, including initial regulatory program requirements for a uranium enrichment facility, overseeing preparation, coordination, and execution of the site’s NRC license application. This role serves as the facility’s primary regulatory interface, ensuring compliance with applicable NRC regulations while directing cross-functional technical, safety, and operational contributions.

Location:

On-site in Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Your Day To Day As a Licensing Manager

• Leads a multidisciplinary licensing team, providing direction, coaching, and performance oversight.
• Acts as a liaison with the NRC, other regulatory bodies and local stakeholders, overseeing correspondence, inspections, and regulatory engagement planning.
• Coordinates with internal engineering, safety, operations, and executive leadership to ensure alignment of licensing strategy and technical deliverables.
• Manages the development, submission, and maintenance of the facility’s licensing basis, including license application content, amendment requests, exemption requests, and responses to NRC requests for additional information.
• Manages pre‑application strategy, license application submittals, and implementation of regulatory commitments.
• Represents the facility during NRC inspections, audits, rulemaking reviews, and enforcement interactions.
• Demonstrates leadership in cross‑functional teams including safety analysis, fire protection, configuration management, and procurement QA.
• Directs development of NRC license application materials, including safety analysis, radiation protection, material control and accounting, criticality safety, and emergency preparedness elements.
• Manages regulatory engagement plans, pre‑application interactions, and formal review processes.
• Prepares, reviews, and submits regulatory correspondence such as amendment requests, exemptions, application supplements, and RAI responses.
• Reviews and comments on NRC rulemaking activities relevant to uranium enrichment and fuel cycle licensing.
• Maintains the facility’s licensing basis and associated change control programs.
• Leads resolution of licensing‑related issues and oversees implementation of corrective action program items.
• Ensures accuracy, completeness, and version control for licensing documentation.
• Manages licensing schedules, deliverables, and milestones.
• Coordinates with engineering and design teams to ensure regulatory requirements are integrated into design development and change management.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, nuclear sciences, regulatory affairs, or a related technical discipline.
• At least 5 years of nuclear industry regulatory or licensing experience.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Working knowledge of NRC regulations including 10 CFR Parts 50, 52, 70, and 74.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with proven ability to interact effectively with regulators.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering, nuclear science, regulatory affairs, or related discipline.
• 7–10+ years of nuclear licensing experience, particularly with fuel cycle facilities or Part 70 licensees.
• Experience with NRC change authority evaluations (10 CFR 70.72, 50.59, 95.19).
• Prior leadership experience in NRC application development and technical review processes.
• Experience with criticality safety, environmental compliance, and emergency planning frameworks for enrichment facilities.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including 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!

Pay: $115,000 - $180,000

The base salary range for this position in Tennessee (US‑TN) at the start of employment is expected to be between $115,000 and $180,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed ‘at‑will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre‑employment check and drug screening. In addition, the position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and reference verifications.

BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company‑sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.

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