Nuclear Operations Readiness Leader

X-energy; Oak Ridge (TN); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 223,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

X-energy in Oak Ridge, TN, seeks a Senior Manager, Operational Readiness to lead the facility readiness program for new operations, turnovers, and phased transitions to continuous production. You will supervise a combined direct-hire and subcontracted team and ensure equipment, staffing, training, procedures, safety controls, and regulatory commitments are ready before authorization to operate.

Responsibilities include directing readiness reviews, coordinating with operations, maintenance,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related science/technical field.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and readiness reviews.
• Strong knowledge of nuclear safety and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Own and lead the facility operational readiness program and readiness reviews.
• Supervise a combined team of direct-hire and subcontracted personnel.
• Coordinate with operations, maintenance, engineering, quality, and regulatory teams.
• Track readiness findings to closure and escalate high-risk items.
• Support NRC license conditions and regulatory commitments.

Skills

Leadership

Nuclear operations

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Advanced degree in engineering or physical science

Job description

X-energy in Oak Ridge, TN, seeks a Senior Manager, Operational Readiness to lead the facility readiness program for new operations, turnovers, and phased transitions to continuous production. You will supervise a combined direct-hire and subcontracted team and ensure equipment, staffing, training, procedures, safety controls, and regulatory commitments are ready before authorization to operate.

Responsibilities include directing readiness reviews, coordinating with operations, maintenance,