BWXTEO - Director of Quality

Director of Quality

We are seeking a high‑impact Director of Quality to lead all Quality Assurance and Quality Control efforts for this green‑field uranium enrichment and centrifuge manufacturing operation.

On‑site in Oak Ridge, TN.

• Design and implement an enterprise‑wide quality strategy aligned with nuclear‑grade manufacturing and enrichment operations.
• Establish quality systems, infrastructure, and governance for a new facility—from initial setup through production scale‑up.
• Lead Quality’s interface with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and support licensing efforts by providing QA inputs and ensuring alignment with NRC quality‑related requirements.
• Apply firsthand experience from previous uranium enrichment operations to guide the development of QA/QC practices specific to gas centrifuge or related technologies.
• Lead internal audits and support external inspections; maintain compliance with NQA‑1, 10
  
  CFR Part
  70, 10
  
  CFR Part
  50/52, and DOE/NRC standards.
• Build and lead a robust Quality organization, including QA, QC, Supplier Quality, and Nuclear Licensing support functions.
• Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Licensing, EH&S, and Supply Chain to embed quality across all business processes.
• Drive a culture of quality, safety, and operational excellence using Lean, Six Sigma, and best‑in‑class practices.

• Minimum 10+ years of experience in Quality Assurance/Quality Control within the nuclear, enrichment, defense, or a highly regulated energy sector.
• 5+ years in senior leadership roles overseeing QA/QC in nuclear or enrichment environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field; advanced degree preferred.
• Direct experience with uranium enrichment processes (e.g., gas centrifuge) and associated manufacturing quality practices is required.
• Strong understanding of NRC licensing requirements and experience supporting or leading quality‑related aspects of licensing submissions and inspections.
• Deep knowledge of NQA‑1, 10
  
  CFR regulations, ISO
  9001, and quality programs in NRC‑licensed facilities.
• Demonstrated ability to lead in startup or green‑field environments.
• U.S. citizenship is required and ability to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance (active clearance strongly preferred).
• This is not a remote opportunity; the role requires onsite presence.

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work‑life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
• An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between generations.
• The chance to be part of a mission‑driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career.

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Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed "at‑will," unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.

BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company‑sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.