Nuclear Facility Operations Leader

Newport News Nuclear BWXT Los Alamos LLC; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport News Nuclear BWXT Los Alamos LLC seeks an SR Manager of Facility Operations to lead daily operations, ensure safety and security, and coordinate with engineering, maintenance, and ESH groups across the facility. The role emphasizes strong leadership, regulatory compliance, and a focus on quality in all activities.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least 10 years of related experience, including 5 years of management responsibility.

Qualifications

• Advanced management experience in nuclear waste operations.
• Experience in a Category 2 Nuclear Facility is preferred.
• Strong ability to lead, mentor, and train staff while promoting safety, security, and quality.
• Excellent written and oral communication with internal/external stakeholders.
• Understanding of safety basis, regulatory requirements, and nuclear waste handling policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of Facility Operations Center and surveillances to meet safety baselines.
• Manage Facility Operations staff and footprint to achieve programmatic goals.
• Recruit, mentor, and train staff; promote safety, security and quality in all operations.
• Coordinate with DOE/DFN SB and other teams on waste characterization and disposition.
• Establish strategic vision for nuclear facility operations and drive continuous improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Safety culture

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Nuclear operations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Newport News Nuclear BWXT Los Alamos LLC seeks an SR Manager of Facility Operations to lead daily operations, ensure safety and security, and coordinate with engineering, maintenance, and ESH groups across the facility. The role emphasizes strong leadership, regulatory compliance, and a focus on quality in all activities.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least 10 years of related experience, including 5 years of management responsibility.