Manager, Regulatory & Strategic Programs

Terrestrial Energy•Charlotte, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Terrestrial Energy is a US developer of advanced, Generation IV nuclear reactors, specifically the Integral Molten Salt Reactor (IMSR) small modular nuclear plant, aiming to provide cost-competitive, clean firm heat and power to industry. Following a merger and becoming a publicly listed operating company (NASDAQ “IMSR”), the company is entering a growth phase and is building its workforce at its Charlotte, North Carolina headquarters. They are seeking high-performing professionals to develop the organization, processes, and a goal-oriented corporate culture. The ideal candidates will have US market experience, a track record of exceptional performance in engineering projects, strong leadership and team-building capabilities, a deep understanding of advanced reactor development requirements, and the ability to thrive in a fast-growing, adaptable business environment. The Manager, Regulatory & Strategic Programs role specifically supports regulatory and enterprise-level strategic initiatives for IMSR deployment, providing coordination, integration, and reporting across licensing, strategic planning, project execution, and governance within a highly regulated nuclear environment. This role requires close collaboration with various departments including Regulatory Affairs, Engineering, Project Management, Finance, Legal, and Executive Leadership to ensure alignment with deployment objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Project Management, Nuclear Technology, or related field
Minimum 7 years’ experience supporting programs in a regulated industry (nuclear, energy, aerospace, or defense preferred)
Experience coordinating complex, multi‑disciplinary initiatives
Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical and non‑technical audiences
Strong organizational, documentation, and time‑management skills

Nice To Haves

PMI certification (PMP® or CAPM®)
Experience supporting nuclear regulatory or licensing programs
Familiarity with advanced reactor technologies or FOAK deployment initiatives
Knowledge of nuclear quality assurance and compliance frameworks
Experience supporting executive-level governance or strategic planning activities

Responsibilities

Coordinate activities supporting nuclear licensing, regulatory engagement, and compliance milestones
Track regulatory commitments, deliverables, schedules, and dependencies across internal teams and external stakeholders
Maintain regulatory and strategic program documentation in accordance with nuclear quality assurance requirements
Support preparation of regulatory correspondence, briefing materials, and executive-level summaries
Support governance forums, steering committees, and strategic reviews, including agendas, materials, and action-item tracking
Ensure alignment between regulatory activities and IMSR deployment execution plans
Monitor program risks, issues, and milestones; escalate concerns as appropriate