Licensed Exam Developer

About the role

TerraPower is seeking to hire a Licensed Exam Developer to play a key role in designing and executing the licensing examination program for TerraPower’s FOAK fast sodium reactor (FSR).

Responsibilities

• Obtain and maintain NATRIUM Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) Certification.
• Develop and manage the Natrium licensing examination program in alignment with NUREG-1021, 10 CFR Part 55, advanced-reactor guidance (e.g., NEI 23-01, DRO-ISG-2301-1, DANU-ISG-2022-05), and all regulatory, accreditation, and QA requirements.
• Design and manage all ILT program assessments using the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT), aligned with task, K/A, and KSA analyses.
• Create and maintain reactor-specific Knowledge and Abilities (K/A) frameworks and catalogs, ensuring traceability to plant systems, procedures, design documents, and SAT-based training objectives.
• Develop, update, and validate written examinations, simulator operating tests, JPMs, LOCT examinations, and exam scenarios using validated exam-development methodologies (item analysis, psychometrics, difficulty balancing, and peer review).
• Maintain secure and accurate exam item banks, scenarios, and performance measures with strict confidentiality, version control, documentation standards, and auditable records.
• Collaborate with simulator engineers, instructors, operators, SMEs, and licensing personnel to ensure exam content reflects Natrium design features, human-system interface characteristics, operator tasks, and operating expectations.
• Collaborate with NRC examination and review staff to develop, submit, validate, and obtain approval for exam materials and K/A mappings; support audits, inspections, RFIs, and corrective actions.
• Analyze exam results, candidate performance data, operating experience, and feedback to continuously improve exam quality, validity, and integration with the overall SAT-based training and qualification program.

Qualifications and Skills

• Previous NRC Reactor Operator (RO) or Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) license or certification (license preferred); advanced-reactor or non-LWR experience a plus.
• Certified Nuclear Instructor (INPO) or equivalent, or the ability to obtain certification.
• 5 years of nuclear plant operations and/or operator training.
• Strong technical writing and editing skills; ability to translate complex technical concepts into fair, testable items.
• High attention to detail, sound judgment, and commitment to regulatory compliance and exam integrity.
• Effective collaborator with strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Eligibility for work on export-controlled projects (U.S. Citizen, National, or Permanent Resident).

Performance Expectations

• ILT and LOCT exams are delivered on schedule, meet regulatory standards, and withstand NRC review.
• Exam content reflects current procedures, plant modifications, and operating experience.
• Operators are well-prepared for licensing and demonstrate competence in required knowledge and skills.
• Examination processes maintain full integrity and security; findings from audits and reviews are addressed promptly and effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments
• Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits
• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Life and Disability
• Gender Affirmation Benefits
• Parental Leave
• 401k Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 21 days of annually accrued PTO
• Generous Holiday Schedule
• 10 paid holidays
• Relocation Assistance
• Professional and Educational Support Opportunities