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Program Deployment Manager

Seattle, WA

The Nuclear Company is the fastest growing startup in the nuclear and energy space creating a never before seen fleet-scale approach to building nuclear reactors. Through its design-once, build-many approach and coalition building across communities, regulators, and financial stakeholders, The Nuclear Company is committed to delivering safe and reliable electricity at the lowest cost, while catalyzing the nuclear industry toward rapid development in America and globally.

Program / Deployment Manager

Position Overview

As a Program Deployment Manager at The Nuclear Company, you will lead the coordination and execution of Nuclear OS and related digital systems deployments across multiple customer sites. This leadership role serves as the primary liaison between TNC and customer organizations, managing deployment programs, system integration, user training, and ongoing support to ensure successful adoption of Nuclear OS at scale. You'll lead deployment teams, manage complex multi-stakeholder programs, and drive the transformation of nuclear construction through digital platform implementation.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Program Management

  • Manage deployment programs across multiple customer sites ensuring consistent execution and knowledge transfer
  • Develop and execute enterprise-wide deployment strategy aligned with TNC's mission to deploy fleet-scale nuclear power plants
  • Lead cross-functional collaboration between software engineering, nuclear engineering, procurement, and construction teams
  • Manage deployment budgets and resource allocation across multiple concurrent projects
  • Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder programs in highly regulated environments  

Deployment Planning & Execution

  • Develop detailed deployment plans with timelines, milestones, and resource requirements
  • Manage deployment schedules ensuring coordination between engineering, construction, and planning deliverables
  • Provide schedule integration and progress tracking for deployment activities across all sites
  • Coordinate with integrated project teams on deployment activities and dependencies
  • Oversee on-site technical support during deployment and initial operations

System Integration & Technical Coordination

  • Ensure integration with engineering, procurement, and planning systems for seamless data flow  
  • Coordinate with field engineers on technical problem resolution and system optimization
  • Serve as primary point of contact for customer sites during Nuclear OS deployment and implementation
  • Liaise between design, IT, and field construction teams for effective technical communication Stakeholder Management & Communication
  • Coordinate multi-disciplined interactions between various stakeholders including customers, engineering teams, and executives
  • Manage partnerships with major technology vendors (e.g., Palantir Technologies) to influence product roadmaps and ensure deployment success
  • Provide transparency and control to stakeholders for nuclear project delivery
  • Create positioning that demonstrates value to construction teams, regulators, and executives
  • Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building abilities across technical and non-technical audiences

Training & Change Management

  • Develop and deliver role-based training programs for Nuclear OS users across customer organizations
  • Provide train-the-trainer sessions to build internal customer capability and ensure sustainable adoption
  • Develop and execute integrated training programs for operations, maintenance, and technical staff
  • Coordinate with clients for project-specific training requirements and customization
  • Implement change management strategies to drive user adoption and organizational transformation

 

Team Leadership & Development

  • Build and lead deployment teams including deployment engineers, trainers, and technical support specialists
  • Recruit, mentor, and develop deployment professionals to build a high-performing organization
  • Drive teamwork and team building programs to ensure effective collaboration across distributed teams
  • Leadership skills to drive cross-functional teams toward common goals

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Project Management, or related technical field
  • 10+ years of experience in program management, deployment engineering, or technical implementation
  • 5+ years working with enterprise software deployment or system integration
  • Experience managing enterprise B2B products with complex stakeholder ecosystems

Program Management Skills

  • Expert program management capabilities including planning, execution, monitoring, and control
  • Strong project management skills with proficiency in PM methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid)
  • Experience with program management tools (MS Project, Jira, Asana, or similar)
  • Budget management and financial planning experience
  • Risk management and mitigation expertise

Technical Knowledge

  • Understanding of enterprise software systems and digital platform architectures
  • Knowledge of system integration patterns and data exchange protocols
  • Familiarity with DevSecOps and deployment strategies for complex systems
  • Understanding of nuclear construction and operational workflows
  • Knowledge of BIM (Building Information Modeling) and digital construction tools

Leadership & Communication

  • Proven leadership capabilities with ability to influence without direct authority
  • Excellent communication skills for technical and executive audiences
  • Strong presentation and facilitation skills for training and stakeholder meetings
  • Change management expertise to drive organizational adoption
  • Ability to work independently and lead initiatives across multiple concurrent projects

Professional Skills

  • Customer-focused mindset with commitment to successful outcomes
  • Problem-solving abilities for complex technical and organizational challenges
  • Adaptability and flexibility to work in fast-paced, evolving environments
  • Willingness to travel extensively to customer sites (up to 50-75% travel)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration (MBA), or related field
  • PMP (Project Management Professional) certification or equivalent
  • Experience in nuclear construction or operations
  • Experience in nuclear industry or large-scale infrastructure projects
  • Background in construction management or engineering services
  • Experience with Palantir Foundry or similar enterprise data platforms
  • Change management certification (Prosci, ACMP, or similar)
  • Technical background or engineering degree
  • Experience managing geographically distributed teams
  • Knowledge of NRC regulations and nuclear quality standards

Why This Role Matters

As Program Deployment Manager at TNC, you'll be instrumental in transforming how nuclear power plants are built and operated. Deploying a nuclear power fleet is one of the most complex engineering and project management challenges in any industry, involving enormous scale, thousands of interdependent tasks, stringent safety and quality standards, and intense regulatory oversight.

Your leadership will directly contribute to making nuclear construction more efficient, safer, and more predictable - ultimately helping to address global climate challenges through clean energy solutions. This role offers the unique opportunity to lead the deployment of cutting-edge digital platforms that will revolutionize nuclear construction at fleet scale.

 

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation packages
  • 401k with company match
  • Medical, dental, vision plans
  • Generous vacation policy, plus holidays

Estimated Starting Salary Range
The estimated starting salary range for this role is $175000 - $225000 annually less applicable withholdings and deductions, paid on a bi-weekly basis. The actual salary offered may vary based on relevant factors as determined in the Company’s discretion, which may include experience, qualifications, tenure, skill set, availability of qualified candidates, geographic location, certifications held, and other criteria deemed pertinent to the particular role. 

EEO Statement
The Nuclear Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an environment of inclusion in the workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, compensation, and termination.

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Certain positions at The Nuclear Company may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in The Nuclear Company limiting its consideration of certain applicants.

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