Licensing Manager

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. Headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, BWXT is a Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. BWXT is the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers.

We supply precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents and hold joint ventures managing environmental restoration and operations at U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology drives advances in medical radioisotope production and microreactors for defense and space applications.

A pipeline or evergreen requisition means that this job description does not represent a current opening, but may be used to identify future candidates with skills and experience for frequent, critical‑need positions. By applying, you give BWXT consent to contact you for future openings of similar qualifications.

Onsite in Lynchburg, VA or Remote

Welcome to BWXT. We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you’ll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation.

As our Licensing Manager, you will serve as a senior‑level subject matter expert in advanced reactor licensing and lead others in the execution of licensing activities and regulatory engagements related to BWXT AT’s commercial reactor technology programs. You will collaborate closely with engineering, commercialization, business development, and project teams to execute licensing plans for BWXT AT and our customers, ensuring that regulatory strategies are developed and implemented, regulatory requirements are identified and integrated into our technology and projects, and support engagements and licensing activities with one or more regulatory authorities.

• Develop and implement project licensing plans for advanced reactor technology development and delivery, primarily focused on the U.S. commercial regulatory framework.
• Plan, coordinate, and support development of licensing and regulatory deliverables, including technical and topical reports, license application content, and other documents for regulatory engagement and review.
• Develop regulatory strategies and approaches to address key technical and programmatic issues related to BWXT AT’s reactor technology development, leading efforts to resolve these matters.
• Lead the development and defense of the licensing basis for one or more reactor technologies and associated customer projects.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to develop technical design bases and integrate regulatory requirements into reactor technology.
• Support the creation of testing programs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Lead regulatory discussions on technical and programmatic issues in line with program plans.
• Work with project management teams to develop budgets and schedules that achieve regulatory outcomes.
• Facilitate communication with internal and external stakeholders concerning the execution of licensing activities and program plans.
• Perform general office duties as assigned.

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering (nuclear, mechanical, civil, environmental).
• At least five (5) years in a management or supervisory role.
• A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in nuclear licensing and regulatory matters within a U.S. framework (NRC or DOE).
• Experience in the design, evaluation, and technological development of nuclear systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven capacity to develop effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills necessary to manage…