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Zeno Power · 3 weeks ago

Nuclear Supply Chain Development Manager

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$175K/yr - $210K/yr

7+ years exp

Zeno Power is the leading developer of nuclear batteries, seeking a Nuclear Supply Chain Development Manager to lead a team responsible for the lifecycle of radiological materials. The role involves managing nuclear supply chain risks, developing processes, and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders to support the company's innovative energy solutions.

AerospaceClean EnergyNuclear

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team responsible for nuclear material sourcing, radiological transportation, and lifecycle planning

Manage nuclear supply chain risks, including long-lead procurements, regulatory timelines, constrained pathways, and supplier capability gaps

Establish and maintain nuclear material lifecycle frameworks, including material characterization, traceability, waste classification, and disposition pathways for residues, byproducts, and end-products

Develop nuclear supply chain organizational processes and tools for planning and workflows

Support Zeno’s engineering, project management, regulatory, quality, legal, and business development efforts, including managing project milestones, generating and reviewing documents, support external meetings, and contributing to technical papers

Develop and maintain working relationships with key stakeholders and partners including DOE, national labs, and commercial suppliers and their partners

Oversee contractors and subcontractors performing work

Manage and evaluate commercial contracts with Zeno partners and subcontractors

Oversee performance management, workload allocation, and professional development for Nuclear Supply Chain team members

Present to internal and external stakeholders, including at technical conferences

Qualification

Nuclear materials experienceRegulated nuclear environmentQuality programs familiarityProject managementCommunication skills

Required

B.S. with 10+ years of relevant experience or an advanced degree with 7+ years of experience

8+ years of experience in nuclear materials, DOE/commercial radiological facilities, radiological transportation, or related activities in a regulated nuclear environment

Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, or NQA-1 quality programs and configuration management principles

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly in engagements with DOE, regulators, and external partners

Must be a self-starter and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, first-of-a-kind development environment while maintaining high standards of safety and compliance

Demonstrated ability to efficiently meet deadlines and perform under pressure in an uncertain environment

Must have excellent written and oral communication skills