Mechanical Analysis Supervisor

Mechanical Analysis Supervisor – Advanced Technologies (Lynchburg, VA)

BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT) is a Fortune 1000 defense manufacturing company that designs, develops, and delivers innovative nuclear reactors and systems. Our Advanced Technologies office in Lynchburg, VA focuses on next‑generation nuclear power solutions, including microreactors and radioisotope production.

The Mechanical Analysis Supervisor will provide direct day‑to‑day supervision and technical leadership for a team of engineers supporting multiple projects. Primary responsibilities include planning and tracking team member assignments, ensuring quality and technical standards, and developing team members to achieve professional growth.

• Build a supportive and collaborative team culture.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate the timely execution of assigned activities, tracking assignments of team members (including contractors) and setting task priorities.
• Ensure team members have the resources to perform their assignments.
• Ensure work is performed in accordance with applicable procedures and policies, consistent with engineering standards and specified requirements.
• Assist team members with technical problem solving.
• Facilitate resolution of issues that involve other disciplines/teams.
• Develop team members through training, mentoring, feedback, and work assignments.
• Work with team members to identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Build and maintain strong relationships across the Engineering organization and with other interfacing BWXT organizations and external partners/stakeholders.
• Monitor performance goals and provide feedback to team members.
• Additional administrative responsibilities include involvement in the hiring process, providing input for cost‑center budgets, and approval of time charging.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Physics.
• At least five (5) years of mechanical and structural analysis experience.
• Leadership experience with responsibility for directing others, meeting deadlines, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated ability to forge effective working relationships across all levels of an organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, demonstrated through technical reports and presentations.
• U.S. citizen.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) or Department of Defense (DOD) security clearance, if required.

• Project leadership, engineering, or project management experience.
• Resource leadership/supervisory experience.
• Familiarity with high temperature gas reactor technologies.
• Familiarity with quality program requirements such as ISO 9001, AS9100, and/or NQA‑1.
• Experience applying Agile methods for new product development.
• Experience working with U.S. Government customers (DOD, DOE, NASA).
• Proficient in CAD 3D modeling tools (Solid Works).
• Proficient in performing Finite Element Analyses using ANSYS.
• Experience with ASME Code Section III Division 1 and 5 analysis and design (preferred).
• Familiar with static and dynamic mechanical and thermal stress analysis activities for component design.

$ – $ per year, based on local market factors and candidate qualifications. Total compensation may include additional elements such as an annual cash incentive and benefits.

Applicants will undergo a federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. The position requires U.S. citizenship (no dual citizenship) and the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance, involving a comprehensive criminal and financial background check, drug testing, and employment reference verifications.

BWX Technologies, Inc. is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. Recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, training, and all other personnel actions are conducted without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status. BWX Technologies, Inc. and its affiliates are not responsible for fees or costs associated with resumes or candidates presented by recruiters or employment agencies unless a binding written agreement exists.