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Centrus Energy Corp. · 2 months ago

Executive Program Director

Oak Ridge, TN, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

15+ years exp

Centrus Energy seeks an experienced Executive Program Director to lead a large-scale manufacturing modernization program, focused on expanding and scaling our centrifuge manufacturing operations in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. This role is pivotal in advancing Centrus Energy’s mission to strengthen America’s domestic uranium enrichment and advanced manufacturing capabilities—vital to national security and U.S. energy independence.

EnergyFuelNuclearSupply Chain Management

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead the planning, integration, and execution of the Oak Ridge manufacturing expansion and scale up, ensuring all projects align with corporate strategy and production goals

Partner with Manufacturing to help drive readiness for high-throughput, high-precision production operations by developing systems, processes, and infrastructure that meet stringent safety, quality, and regulatory requirements

Establish and enforce program governance frameworks, standards, and performance metrics to ensure disciplined, consistent execution across all projects and functions

Oversee program budgets, capital expenditures, and cost control measures to maximize value and ensure fiscal responsibility

Identify and mitigate program-level risks related to technical execution, supply chain, schedule, and regulatory compliance

Serve as the primary interface with senior executives, DOE/NNSA counterparts, contractors, and supply chain partners for matters related to the major program

Build, mentor, and empower cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and accountability across engineering, manufacturing operations, and support organizations

Define KPIs and provide transparent reporting on manufacturing readiness and execution, including project milestones and financial performance, to the executive leadership team and Board of Directors

Champion operational excellence, driving continuous improvement and organizational change to position Oak Ridge as a world-class nuclear manufacturing site

Qualification

Program ManagementManufacturing OperationsNuclear Industry ExperiencePMP CertificationStakeholder ManagementFinancial AcumenOperational ExcellenceContinuous ImprovementCommunication SkillsTeam Leadership

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field

15+ years of progressive experience leading complex programs, with at least 5 years in senior leadership roles overseeing large-scale manufacturing or capital projects (>$1B scope)

Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels—from plant operations to federal agency executives

Eligibility to obtain and maintain a “Q” Clearance (active clearance preferred)

Deep experience in nuclear or advanced manufacturing operations

Demonstrated capability delivering large, integrated capital programs on time and within budget

A record of fostering high-performance, safety-conscious teams in technically demanding environments

Strong financial acumen and strategic foresight to balance innovation with operational execution

Preferred

Master's degree or MBA preferred

PMP certification or equivalent program management credential is highly desirable

Proven success integrating engineering, production, and operations functions within a regulated industrial environment (energy, nuclear, aerospace, or defense preferred)

Currently holding an active Q-level security clearance