Program Manager, Product Management

NOTE:

This position may be available for remote work for current or previous NuScale employees or contract personnel. Preference is that work will be based in our Houston, TX office, currently located in Galleria Tower 1.

The Program Manager, SMR Product Management is responsible for ensuring success of the SMR product line. This position defines and establishes processes required to successfully manage the SMR product lifecycle. Once the programs are established, this individual is responsible for the execution of the business rhythm required to successfully execute the programs. The programs established by this individual align business objectives and the ongoing product lifecycle.

Examples of expected responsibilities include development of and updates to an overall product commercialization roadmap, updates to top‑level requirements documents, alignment of business needs and product direction, and assessments of ongoing viability and profitability of the SMR product.

• Establish the SMR product management program and ensure alignment of the program with the company’s overall business goals and ongoing activities.
• Establish the business rhythm required to effectively manage the SMR product lifecycle.
• Stay informed about market trends, competitor products, and customer needs to inform product development decisions.
• Proactively identify and resolve program issues and anticipated challenges, including escalation of issues within the NuScale organization when necessary.
• Communicate and align the organization on priorities that allow for continued product viability and profitability.
• Effectively communicate technical issues to a cross‑functional audience in a manner that can be easily consumed and understood.
• Provide direction and coordinate project‑related activities through engineering leads, supervisors, and managers.
• Lead individuals and teams without direct positional authority.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Business Acumen – strategic thinker with good business perspective and understanding of the company’s business; able to function comfortably in political interactions and develop strong interpersonal networks.
• Problem Solving – decisive with good judgment; identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and reviews information appropriately.
• Oral and Written Communication – strong communication skills, externally and internally; listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally.
• Planning and Organizing – prioritizes and plans work activities and personal/project timelines; tracks project timelines efficiently.
• Adaptability – adapts to changes in the work environment and manages competing demands.
• Dependability – consistently on time and at work; responds to management expectations and solicits feedback to improve performance.
• Team Building – develops strong interpersonal networks and trust; leads consensus by involving all stakeholders.
• Safety Culture – adheres to the NuScale Safety culture and models safe behavior.
• Quality Assurance – commits to understanding and implementing quality assurance regulations, standards, and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and NQA‑1.

• Education:
  
  A minimum of a B.A. or B.S. degree in physical sciences (e.g., physics) or Engineering.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of 10 years of full‑time applicable working experience within the nuclear industry; experienced with the design or construction of nuclear reactor technology and expert knowledge in modular fabrication, advanced manufacturing, or engineered equipment supply chains; familiarity with NRC regulatory frameworks, ASME Section III, 10 CFR 50/52 processes, and nuclear QA programs (NQA‑1).
• Industry Requirements:
  Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.

• Ability to understand and communicate clearly using a phone, personal interaction, and computers.
• Ability to learn new job functions and comprehend and understand new concepts quickly, and apply them accurately in a rapidly evolving environment.
• Frequent sitting and standing; walking; bending; use of hands to…