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The Nuclear Company

Program Deployment Manager

The Nuclear Company, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127

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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

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

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.

Competitive compensation packages

401k with company match

Estimated Starting Salary Range The estimated starting salary range for this role is $175,000 - $225,000 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.

Export Control 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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