Nuclear Supply Chain Specialist

Zeno Power•Washington, DC

3d•$110,000 - $154,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Zeno Power is seeking a Nuclear Supply Chain Specialist to support the development and commercialization of Radioisotope Power Systems (RPS). The specialist will work with the Nuclear Supply Chain team and engage used nuclear fuel (UNF) recyclers, U.S. Department of Energy stakeholders, national laboratories, and commercial partners on radioisotope supply chains. The role supports development of Zeno’s multi-isotope strategy, including Sr-90, Am-241, and other isotopes of interest. It involves evaluating technical and commercial aspects of candidate isotopes and supply pathways, developing comparative trade studies, and translating nuclear fuel-cycle and UNF separation concepts into practical supply-chain, pricing, schedule, and commercial implications. The specialist will also work with Nuclear Supply Chain, Legal, and leadership on technical aspects of supply agreements and memoranda of understanding. The position requires in-office presence in Washington, D.C. (Mt. Vernon/Chinatown) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays; remote work is optional on Mondays and Fridays. Travel is required at less than 15%.

Requirements

B.S. in nuclear engineering, chemical engineering, materials science, physics, or a related engineering or science field with 4+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 2+ years of relevant experience.
Technical experience with the nuclear fuel cycle, used nuclear fuel, and/or radiochemical separations, including the ability to understand and critique flowsheets and process options.
Familiarity with radioisotope production and decay concepts, radiological material handling, and ALARA principles.
Ability to participate in technical discussions with chemists and engineers and support negotiations or structure supply arrangements with suppliers and partners.
Experience working with or alongside national laboratories, nuclear utilities, fuel-cycle vendors, or UNF recyclers.
Strong analytical and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple concurrent efforts in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including experience drafting technical summaries, white papers, or proposals.
Must be a U.S. person as defined in the job posting.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on or research experience in UNF separations or isotope recovery processes.
Understanding of radiological transportation regulations, material handling requirements, and waste management frameworks.
Familiarity with DOE programs such as GAIN, NRC/DOE regulatory environments, and government contracting or partnerships.

Responsibilities

Support development of Zeno’s multi-isotope strategy, including Sr-90, Am-241, and additional isotopes of interest.
Conduct technical and commercial assessments of candidate isotopes, including production routes, separations and fabrication pathways, decay characteristics, handling and packaging requirements, and long-term supply risks.
Develop comparative trade studies combining technical performance, cost, schedule, regulatory complexity, and supplier capability to inform program and product decisions.
Engage with UNF recyclers, reprocessors, national laboratories, and commercial suppliers to understand and expand supply-chain capabilities across multiple isotopes.
Translate nuclear fuel-cycle and UNF separation concepts into practical supply-chain implications, including purity, throughput, bottlenecks, and waste streams.
Translate detailed nuclear fuel-cycle and separations concepts into clear implications for pricing, schedules, and commercial terms in discussions with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Work with Nuclear Supply Chain, Legal, and leadership to support or lead technical aspects of supply agreements and MOUs, including specifications, acceptance criteria, and change-control implications.