Operations and Testing Lead, Project Pele

Date:
Oct 13, 2026

Location:

Lynchburg, VA, US

Company: BWXT

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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. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

BWXT is People Strong, Innovation Driven - be part of BWXT’s innovation hub. BWXT’s Advanced Technologies (AT) group researches, designs, and develops innovative new nuclear reactors, nuclear rocket propulsion systems, and radioisotope production systems for both internal and external customers.

If you are looking for a career where your experience is valued, innovative thinking is fostered, and barrier-free teamwork is embraced every day, then this opportunity is for you.

As the Operations and Testing Lead for Project Pele, you will serve as BWXT’s primary on‑site representative at the Idaho National Laboratory (INL), acting as the central liaison between design, manufacturing, assembly, and testing teams. In this role, you will coordinate all reactor plant integration efforts related to fueling, operational readiness, and test facility execution. You will ensure seamless communication across BWXT and INL stakeholders, provide technical and operational leadership throughout each phase of the project, and help drive the successful deployment and testing of the reactor system.

On-site at Idaho National Lab in Idaho Falls,

• Work closely with INL stakeholders on all aspects of Project Pele including:
  • Preparation of safety analysis and licensing efforts
  • Site layout and construction
  • Facility interfaces
  • Preparations and facility preparation for fueling
  • Test program development
  • Operations and Test procedure development
• Perform duties as one of the BWXT testing and operations representatives during fueling, plant assembly, plant startup, and operations/testing.
• Work alongside INL stakeholders daily and communicate regularly with BWXT project personnel.
• Build and foster relationships with INL stakeholders to help maintain the project on schedule and on budget.
• Communicate design, manufacturing, and testing issues promptly to support effective technical coordination and ensure seamless integration across BWXT and INL shared scopes.

• Bachelor’s degree in…