Operations Management Leadership Program - BWXT

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. Headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, BWXT is a 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. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

We currently have 3 openings for an Operations Management Leadership Program. These positions are designed to provide the successful candidate with leadership experience in an industrial manufacturing environment. After three, six-month rotations, the candidate will assume responsibility for a functional area of the shop. The program prioritizes a combination of hands-on experience, mentoring, and formal training to develop individual skills. All rotations and training are tailored to equip the candidate with the skills needed in their permanent final placement.

Desired Characteristics:

• Preference will be given to persons with a degree in: Mechanical, Manufacturing or Civil Engineering from an accredited university or college
• A strong commitment to a career in Operations/Manufacturing
• Commitment to final placement location and career path
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to influence others and lead small teams
• Lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact
• Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously
• Effective problem identification and solution skills
• Proven analytical and organizational ability
• Ability to solve problems in a team / manufacturing environment
• Ability to demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to connect with all levels of the organization showing openness, transparency & humility

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline with 5+ years of proven leadership experience demonstrating technical/engineering acumen.
• Prior experience in manual and/or automatic welding, a working knowledge of heat treat, NDT, tooling and machining processes, and the ability to interpret welding symbols and technical drawings is preferred.
• This position may require extended periods working a night shift (up to 6 months). Ability and willingness to work any shift, including work shift rotations is required. 

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Pay: $81,000 - $123,000

The base salary range for this position in Ohio (US-OH) at the start of employment is expected to be between $81,000 and $123,000 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.

Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Position requires U.S. citizenship with (no dual citizenship) ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test and previous employment reference verifications.

BWXT supports diversity and 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, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or veteran status.

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