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Natura Resources is committed to answering the world's increased demand for reliable energy, medical isotopes, and clean water by developing commercially deployable liquid-fueled molten salt reactors.

Natura Resources is seeking a Licensing Manager to support both the licensing of the Molten Salt Research Reactor (MSRR) at Abilene Christian University (ACU) and licensing of Natura’s commercial liquid-fuel molten salt reactors. As a performance oriented advanced reactor developer, Natura provides an opportunity for the selected individual to grow tremendously in skill and responsibility. 

 

A well-qualified individual for this position will be able to work alongside the highly motivated team in the Natura Resources Research Alliance and Natura’s industrial coalition to coordinate interaction with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and oversee licensing efforts.  The Alliance consists of ACU, Georgia Tech, Texas A&M University, the University of Texas at Austin, and Natura Resources. The industrial coalition includes partners for design, construction, and operation of advanced liquid fuel molten salt reactors. 

I. Basic Responsibilities:

• Work with the Alliance to license the MSRR through the NRC 
• Work with the coalition to license commercial molten salt reactors through the NRC 
• Supervise a team of licensing engineers 
• Recruit and develop additional licensing engineers 
• Serve as day-to-day contact with NRC, including NRC project managers 
• Lead portions of the development of the MSRR operating license application 
• Support development and implementation of MSRR operational programs at ACU 
• Oversee the review of the MSRR operating license application by the NRC 
• Lead development of pre-application topical reports and white papers for the Natura liquid-fuel molten salt reactor 
• Oversee the NRC review of the Natura topical reports and white papers 
• Lead development and review of Natura commercial permit and license applications 

II. Essential Duties:

• Coordinate interactions and interface directly with the NRC 
• Provide guidance and support to design engineers and coalition partners in developing technical requirements and designs that will ensure safety and compliance with NRC regulations 
• Coordinate development and compose portions of the MSRR FSAR 
• Lead team in responding to audit questions and requests for additional information from the NRC 
• Oversee other activities required to make the MSRR operational 
• Work with the QA manager, Research Alliance, and designated engineering contractors to document and implement standards and procedures 
• Support other required permits and licenses needed for construction and operation of nuclear reactors 
• Lead development of pre-application reports and applications for Natura and support NRC review 
• Work with others in collaborative team settings 
• Other duties as assigned. 

III. Required Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in engineering or a physical science 
• Minimum 15 years of experience (industry or federal government) 
• Possess a detailed understanding of nuclear regulatory processes 
• Experience with new or operating reactor licensing 
• Experience supervising an engineering team of not less than six people 
• Ability to be approved for access to ACU SGI-M designated material 
• Proficient with general computer skills including e-mail, video conferencing, Acrobat, and Microsoft Office products (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint) 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills 
• Desire to work on a team in a developing field of technology 
• Ability to adapt to frequent change, project schedules, or unexpected events 
• Ability to help staff grow professionally 
• Shows initiative, sound judgement, and responsible decision-making skills 

IV. Professional Development Requirements

• Experience with regulatory codes and guidance 
• Understanding of the regulatory processes for the licensing of nuclear reactors 
• Experience interacting with, or working for, the NRC 
• Experience with nuclear reactor design, construction, commissioning, and operation 

V. Physical Demands:

• Work is performed in an office environment; must have the ability to sit or stand for long periods of time 
• Work extended hours at certain times on occasion 
• Ability to handle stress well (high volume and high speed demands) 
• Moderate travel is certain – locations will vary and overnight travel will be necessary