Nuclear Fuel Development & Testing Manager

TerraPower LLC.; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 163,000 - 218,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Relocation assistance

Medical, Vision, Dental

Life and Disability

401k Plan

Generous PTO

Job summary

TerraPower LLC in Bellevue, WA is seeking a Manager, Fuel Development & Testing to lead the Natrium fuel development program. You will manage a team of engineers, coordinate with labs and vendors, and ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.

The role emphasizes project scheduling, testing, and licensing support, with focus on advanced metallic fuel concepts and demonstration scale activities. Strong leadership, communication, and budgeting skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience in engineering or related field.
• Two years of supervisory or mentoring experience required.
• Advanced knowledge of nuclear quality programs and design control.
• ASME NQA-1 and 10 CFR 50 Appendix B experience preferred.
• Strong communication, planning, budgeting and leadership ability.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Fuel Development & Testing Team.
• Develop and maintain project schedules with Senior Manager.
• Ensure compliance with procedures, standards and regulatory criteria.
• Perform technical approvals on team deliverables.
• Develop nuclear fuel performance tools and support licensing.

Skills

Nuclear knowledge

Project leadership

Fuel modeling

Quality programs

Verbal/written comm

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Tools

ASME NQA-1

Job description

TerraPower LLC in Bellevue, WA is seeking a Manager, Fuel Development & Testing to lead the Natrium fuel development program. You will manage a team of engineers, coordinate with labs and vendors, and ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.

The role emphasizes project scheduling, testing, and licensing support, with focus on advanced metallic fuel concepts and demonstration scale activities. Strong leadership, communication, and budgeting skills are essential.