Nuclear Supply Chain Development Manager

Zeno Power•Washington, DC

3d•$175,000 - $210,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Zeno Power is the leading developer of nuclear batteries – compact power systems that provide reliable, clean energy in frontier environments. By harnessing the heat from radioisotopes, Zeno’s batteries power critical missions on Earth, in space, and at sea. To bring this technology to market by 2027, Zeno is seeking out purpose-driven and innovative professionals who are comfortable working in a startup environment. Team members will have a direct impact in enabling commercial and national security missions from the depths of our oceans, to the surface of the moon, and in austere environments here on Earth. Zeno is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Zeno is seeking a highly motivated Nuclear Supply Chain Development Manager to lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for fuel, transportation, and lifecycle of the radiological materials that fuel Zeno’s next-generation Radioisotope Power Systems (RPS) technologies. In this role, reporting to the Chief Commercialization Officer, you will:

Requirements

B.S. with 10+ years of relevant experience or an advanced degree with 7+ years of experience.
8+ years of experience in nuclear materials, DOE/commercial radiological facilities, radiological transportation, or related activities in a regulated nuclear environment.
Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, or NQA-1 quality programs and configuration management principles.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly in engagements with DOE, regulators, and external partners.
Must be a self-starter and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, first-of-a-kind development environment while maintaining high standards of safety and compliance.
Demonstrated ability to efficiently meet deadlines and perform under pressure in an uncertain environment.
Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
Applicants for employment at Zeno Power must be a U.S. person. The term “U.S. Person” means (i) a U.S citizen or U.S. national; or (ii) any natural person who is a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e., holds a Green Card), as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or as a “protected individual” defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (i.e., admitted as a refugee or is granted asylum).

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team responsible for nuclear material sourcing, radiological transportation, and lifecycle planning.
Manage nuclear supply chain risks, including long-lead procurements, regulatory timelines, constrained pathways, and supplier capability gaps.
Establish and maintain nuclear material lifecycle frameworks, including material characterization, traceability, waste classification, and disposition pathways for residues, byproducts, and end-products.
Develop nuclear supply chain organizational processes and tools for planning and workflows.
Support Zeno’s engineering, project management, regulatory, quality, legal, and business development efforts, including managing project milestones, generating and reviewing documents, support external meetings, and contributing to technical papers.
Develop and maintain working relationships with key stakeholders and partners including DOE, national labs, and commercial suppliers and their partners.
Oversee contractors and subcontractors performing work.
Manage and evaluate commercial contracts with Zeno partners and subcontractors.
Oversee performance management, workload allocation, and professional development for Nuclear Supply Chain team members.
Present to internal and external stakeholders, including at technical conferences.