Licensing Manager

Licensing Manager

TerraPower is seeking an experienced Licensing Manager to be a part of the Natrium® Licensing team. This position reports to the Director of Licensing and provides leadership to the Natrium advanced reactor project, oversees development of licensing documents, and manages regulatory engagements.

• Manage the planning, coordination, and execution of on-going licensing activities
• Accountable for quality and timely licensing documents, including a Construction Permit Application or Operating License Application (e.g., Safety Analysis Report and Environmental Report)
• Coordinate with project stakeholders to prepare and review responses to NRC audit questions and requests for additional information
• Ensure designs and design changes meet regulatory requirements
• Oversee preparation, review, and maintenance of licensing documentation in compliance with regulations and strict quality assurance standards
• Interface with technical discipline teams within TerraPower and partners
• Review correspondence to and from regulatory agencies
• Develop licensing strategies to support project goals

Key Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited, four-year university or equivalent experience
• 8+ years of experience in the nuclear industry is required
• 2+ years of new or advanced reactor licensing or oversight is required
• 2+ years of previous supervisory or mentoring experience, or equivalent people leadership experience is required
• Capability and willingness to adhere to strict quality assurance standards
• Familiarity with 10 CFR regulations and guidance, content of 10 CFR 50 applications, and risk-informed, performance-based regulatory guidance
• Excellent communicator, team oriented, willing to operate within a matrix organization, and able to direct remote team members
• Possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly, and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork

Job Functions

• Sitting for extended periods
• Bending/stooping
• Grasping/gripping
• Fine motor control (hands)
• Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds
• Prolonged
• Repetitive work
• Standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hours/day
• Minimal travel required (0-10%)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited, four-year university or equivalent experience
• 8+ years of experience in the nuclear industry
• 2+ years of new or advanced reactor licensing or oversight
• 2+ years of previous supervisory or mentoring experience
• Strict quality assurance standards
• 10 CFR regulations and guidance
• Risk-informed, performance-based regulatory guidance
• Excellent communication skills
• Team-oriented and able to lead remotely
• High degree of trust and integrity

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits
• Military and Family Friendly
• Professional and Educational Support Opportunities
• Relocation Assistance

Company Details

• TerraPower is a nuclear technology company based in Bellevue, Washington.
• The company's mission is to be a world leader in new nuclear technologies, while developing innovators and future leaders in the nuclear field.
• TerraPower's technology is controlled for export by various agencies of the U.S. Government.
• To facilitate TerraPower's export control reviews, you will be asked as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or national, asylee, refugee, or lawful permanent resident of the United States.