Strategic Nuclear Supply Chain Engineer — Hybrid

Nano Nuclear Energy, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work: Four days on-site per wk

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental, vision, life

401(k) with company matching

Unlimited PTO and holidays

Mentorship and leadership development

Job summary

NANO Nuclear Energy is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Engineer to build and own procurement for the KRONOS MMR program. You will source, qualify suppliers, and negotiate high-value contracts, collaborating across Engineering, QA, PM, and Corporate Development.

As an early hire, you will shape supplier networks, develop scalable sourcing strategies, and establish processes that support future projects while working closely with leadership to drive delivery and risk management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or physical science.
• 10+ years in engineering, procurement or supply chain.
• 3+ years sourcing and contracting engineered equipment or services.
• Experience in regulated capital equipment environments (nuclear, aerospace, defense, etc.).
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications and evaluate supplier capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and qualify critical suppliers for KRONOS reactor components.
• Assess supplier capabilities, quality systems, financial stability, and capacity.
• Lead strategic sourcing and contract negotiations, including complex agreements.
• Establish capacity reservations and strategic supplier agreements.
• Manage supplier performance through fabrication and delivery, addressing risks.

Skills

Supply chain engineering

Supplier negotiations

Contract management

Nuclear industry experience

Engineering interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or physical science

Master's degree or MBA (preferred)

Job description

NANO Nuclear Energy is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Engineer to build and own procurement for the KRONOS MMR program. You will source, qualify suppliers, and negotiate high-value contracts, collaborating across Engineering, QA, PM, and Corporate Development.

As an early hire, you will shape supplier networks, develop scalable sourcing strategies, and establish processes that support future projects while working closely with leadership to drive delivery and risk management.