Reactors Division Nuclear Facility Manager

Idaho National Laboratory • Idaho Falls, ID

2d • $107,844 - $274,980

About The Position

The Materials and Fuels Complex (MFC) at Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is seeking a Nuclear Facility Manager (NFM) for the Reactors Division. The NFM is responsible for nuclear safety management within assigned nuclear and/or radiological facilities and for establishing and presenting a strategic vision for successful facility operations, mission accomplishments, and continuous improvement. The role supports nuclear energy research and development, including deployment of next-generation nuclear reactors and new reactor demonstrations.

INL is the lead national laboratory for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Office of Nuclear Energy. MFC provides personnel, facilities, and infrastructure for research and development across the nuclear fuel lifecycle, including fuel design and fabrication, irradiation experiment assembly, and post-irradiation analysis. The NFM provides leadership and coordination across facility operations and support organizations, overseeing safe, reliable, and compliant operations, personnel, resources, security, maintenance, and facility requirements.

This is a testing-designated position requiring a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing during employment. The position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE “L” clearance and therefore requires U.S. citizenship. The target pay range is $158,712–$237,174; the full range is $107,844–$274,980. Compensation decisions consider education, relevant experience, and other credentials. INL offers a comprehensive relocation package. BEA will not sponsor H-1B visas obtained outside the United States.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree plus 7 years of relevant experience, which may include supervisory and/or technical experience in nuclear facility operations, testing, and maintenance; a relevant combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
• Must have or previously have had a Senior Reactor Operator license/certification or Navy equivalent.
• At least 3 years of leadership experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy “L” clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
• Submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working for or directly with the DOE.
• Experience leading projects in environments with chemical, radiological, or other industrial hazards.
• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering-related field.
• Strong working knowledge of regulatory requirements, particularly environmental requirements, as they apply to facility compliance.
• Strong working knowledge of DOE nuclear authorization basis requirements.
• Comprehensive knowledge of nuclear facility operations, including conduct of operations, criticality safety, nuclear safety, administrative requirements for operation, work management, facility operations, abnormal and emergency procedures, system design, construction, and their interrelationships.
• Experience and understanding of security controls for nuclear material.

Responsibilities

• Support new reactor demonstrations.
• Ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operation of the reactor.
• Maintain and promote a strong nuclear safety culture across all shifts and departments.
• Oversee licensed reactor operators and technical staff, including training, certification, and performance management.
• Manage plant budgets, staffing levels, and resource allocation to meet operational and safety goals.
• Ensure physical security, cybersecurity, and material control and accountability for nuclear materials.
• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs to ensure equipment reliability.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on plant modifications, upgrades, and long-term asset management.
• Provide leadership, communication, and coordination for support organizations addressing nuclear facility issues.
• Ensure requirements are met for MSAs, RAs, and ORRs.
• Coordinate, support, and when necessary subcontract work performance in the assigned facility.
• Establish and present a strategic vision for successful nuclear or radiological facility operations, mission accomplishments, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match for regular positions
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
• Comprehensive relocation package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager