Materials Research and Development Manager

Materials Research and Development Manager

NuCube Energy is an advanced technology company dedicated to resolving energy security challenges. The company's mission is to develop nuclear reactors that are simple, cost-effective, and inherently safe, capable of supplying both electricity and process heat. Rather than relying on conventional large-scale or space‑oriented designs, NuCube has created a reactor capable of generating heat in excess of 1,000°C without the need for water or gas cooling, utilizing few moving components and delivering high efficiency.

• Develop and implement the materials development roadmap.
• Identify resource needs and support recruitment.
• Supervise and mentor R&D engineers.
• Plan, coordinate and execute R&D projects and associated budgets.
• Develop material testing and qualification strategies.
• Formalize performance analysis (modeling) of materials and components under NuCube’s NQA-1 program.
• Develop, implement, and maintain procedures that comply with NuCube’s Quality Management System (QMS).
• Develop supply chain and acquire materials for testing and reactor deployment.
• Develop formal material testing plans under NuCube’s QMS.
• Perform in-house material testing.
• Oversee external testing programs.
• Deliver reports or documents to support licensing.
• Provide support for development of proposals.
• Develop a roadmap for improving reactor performance and profitability via introduction of new materials and execute operations according to the roadmap.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Education:
  
  Minimum MS in material science or nuclear engineering with an emphasis on materials. PhD strongly preferred.
• Experience:
  
  10‑15 years of direct, related experience in advanced materials qualification and development, preferably in the nuclear industry.
• In‑depth understanding of materials for use in nuclear reactor facilities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage others and coordinate across multiple organizations.
• Advanced materials research and development experience.
• Design engineering of nuclear facilities and reactors.
• Knowledge of applicable codes and standards.
• Ability to manage concurrent projects and deadlines effectively.
• Strong team‑building skills.
• Ability to collaborate with others.
• Commercial Grade Dedication.
• Knowledge of nuclear reactor fabrication practices.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Nuclear Electric Power Generation

Idaho Falls, Idaho

NuCube, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based upon individuality, sexuality, orientation, status, origin, preference, age, disability, medical condition, or any other status in accordance with the guidelines specified by law (EEOC, federal, state or local law).

This position requires access to information or technology subject to U.S. export control laws. To comply with these laws, only U.S. persons (as defined by 8 U.S.

C. 1324b(a)(3)) may be employed in this role.

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