Manufacturing Technician, Sr.

Centrus Global•Oak Ridge, TN

About The Position

Job Summary: If you love to build, troubleshoot, and perfect complex machines, you’ll feel right at home here. As a Sr. Manufacturing Technician at Centrus Energy, you’ll be part of a world-class team bringing cutting-edge technology to life—assembling, testing, and delivering highly precise electromechanical components that help power a cleaner energy future. You’ll serve as both a hands-on expert and a mentor, combining mechanical know-how with sharp problem-solving skills to keep our production running safely, efficiently, and at the highest quality standards. What You Will Do: You’ll take the lead in building and testing complex assemblies, following established procedures while helping engineers refine and improve them. You’ll use your technical expertise to troubleshoot issues, verify processes, and mentor junior technicians—all while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and operational excellence. From advising on manufacturing approaches to validating new methods, you’ll play a vital role in making sure every component that leaves our facility meets Centrus’s world-class standard.

Requirements

A High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)
5+ years of production experience in the nuclear, chemical, or manufacturing industry
A strong mechanical aptitude and passion for precision craftsmanship
Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
The ability to obtain and maintain a “Q” clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience in centrifuge or enrichment technology
A current or active Q-Clearance
Hands-on expertise as a Qualified Assembly Technician for Rotor, Column, Lower Suspension, or Upper Suspension Assemblies
Experience with filament winding and high-precision manufacturing processes