Manager, Operational Data and Technologies

Title: Manager, Operational Data & Technologies

Location: Lynchburg, VA, US

Workplace: Full-time Salaried Security Clearance Required

Department: AT Research 2

Job Description:

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. 

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 require 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.

Position Overview:

The Manager, Operational Data & Technologies will support R&D in the design, manufacture and testing of nuclear products for power, propulsion and medicine.

Location:

Hybrid position based in Lynchburg, Virginia at the Advanced Technologies Office.

Your Day to Day as a Manager, Operational Data & Technologies:

• Lead a team of experts in experiment design, research, and analysis at the intersection of information, operational, and engineering technologies, developing code and algorithmic solutions that support product development.
• Oversee research efforts ranging from sensor and data pipeline development to data lake implementation and AI/machine learning applications in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Establish value-added strategy for R&D funding of data and operational technologies.
• Collaborate with design engineers and manufacturing development to create, build, maintain and modify data acquisition and control systems for automated equipment for quality support.
• Solve predictive manufacturing and physics problems by collecting and curating structured and unstructured data using sensor suite research, statistical techniques, automated analyses, neural networks, or other data science methods.
• Participate in a diverse portfolio of engineering projects that also include opportunities for digital twin development and multi-physics simulation products.

Required Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering is required, preferably in nuclear or mechanical engineering, with coursework or project experience applying data science techniques.
• Must have at least five (5) years of leadership/supervisory experience.
  • Leadership experience includes positions that involve providing direction to others and schedule as well as responsibility that can be demonstrated by an ability to take the initiative, adhere to deadlines, and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.
• A minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience is required.
• Must have analytical programming skills in C++, Python, and/or equivalent.
• Must be proficient in at least one of the following areas: data engineering, operational technologies such as machine vision, statistical techniques, or machine learning methods.
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) or Department of Defense (DOD) security clearance, whichever is required.

What We Offer:

• 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 different 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!

Pay: $99,000.00 - $157,000.00

The base salary range for this position in Virginia (US-VA) at the start of employment is expected to be between $99,000.00 and $157,000.00 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. 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.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols.  As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening. In addition, the position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and reference verifications.

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.