Centrus Energy Corp. · 8 hours ago
Program Director
Oak Ridge, TN, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
15+ years expCentrus Energy is seeking a Program Director, Manufacturing to support the execution of a large-scale manufacturing modernization and expansion program focused on scaling centrifuge manufacturing operations in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. This role plays a critical part in advancing Centrus Energy’s mission to strengthen America’s domestic uranium enrichment and advanced manufacturing capabilities, ensuring alignment with production goals and program priorities.
EnergyFuelNuclearSupply Chain Management
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support the planning, integration, and execution of manufacturing expansion and scale-up initiatives at the Oak Ridge site, ensuring alignment with manufacturing strategy, production goals, and program priorities established by the Head of Manufacturing
Partner closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Operations leaders to drive readiness for high-throughput, high-precision production, including development and deployment of systems, processes, and infrastructure that meet safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
Implement and operate program governance processes, execution standards, schedules, and performance metrics to ensure consistent delivery across multiple projects and workstreams
Assist in managing program budgets, capital expenditures, forecasting, and cost controls, ensuring financial discipline and timely escalation of risks or variances
Identify, track, and help mitigate program-level risks related to technical execution, supply chain performance, schedule integration, and regulatory compliance
Serve as a key point of coordination with internal stakeholders, DOE/NNSA counterparts, contractors, and suppliers in support of the overall manufacturing program
Lead and coordinate cross-functional project teams, promoting collaboration, accountability, and alignment across engineering, manufacturing operations, and support functions
Develop and maintain KPIs and reporting dashboards to provide clear visibility into manufacturing readiness, project milestones, schedule performance, and financial status for senior leadership
Support operational excellence initiatives and continuous improvement efforts to enhance manufacturing performance, reliability, and scalability at the Oak Ridge site
Qualification
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)
Experience coordinating engineering, construction, and manufacturing activities within a regulated industrial environment (nuclear, energy, aerospace, or defense strongly preferred)
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across plant operations, technical teams, and external partners
Eligibility to obtain and maintain a 'Q' Clearance (active clearance preferred)
Hands-on experience in manufacturing operations, industrial scale-up, or advanced manufacturing environments
A track record of delivering complex, multi-workstream initiatives on schedule and within budget under senior leadership oversight
A collaborative leadership style with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and disciplined execution
Solid financial and analytical skills to support capital planning, cost control, and performance reporting
Preferred
PMP certification or comparable program/project management credential strongly preferred
Master of Business Administration
Currently holding an active Q-level security clearance
Company
Centrus Energy Corp.
Centrus Energy is a trusted supplier of nuclear fuel and services for the nuclear power industry.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.16BKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2025-11-06Post Ipo Equity· $1B
2025-08-13Post Ipo Debt· $700M
2025-06-30Post Ipo Equity· $114M
Leadership Team
Amir Vexler
President and CEO
Todd Tinelli
SVP Chief Financial Officer & Treasurer
Recent News
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