Nuclear Supply Chain Specialist

About the role

Zeno Power develops nuclear batteries that use the heat from radioisotopes to power critical missions on Earth, in space and at sea. It is seeking a Nuclear Supply Chain Specialist to support the development and commercialization of Radioisotope Power Systems (RPS) technologies. The specialist works with the Nuclear Supply Chain team to engage used nuclear fuel (UNF) recyclers, US Department of Energy stakeholders and commercial partners on radioisotope supply chains. The position is based in Washington, DC (Mt. Vernon/Chinatown) with in-office presence on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, optional remote work on Mondays and Fridays, and travel under 15%.

Key responsibilities

• Support the development of Zeno's multi-isotope strategy, including Sr-90, Am-241 and other isotopes of interest, and assess candidate isotopes on 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.
• Engage with UNF recyclers, reprocessors, national labs and commercial suppliers to expand their supply chain capabilities across multiple isotopes.
• Translate nuclear fuel cycle and UNF separations concepts into supply chain implications such as purity, throughput, bottlenecks and waste streams.
• Turn detailed 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 on supply agreements and MOUs, including specifications, acceptance criteria and change-control implications.

Required profile

• B.S. in nuclear engineering, chemical engineering, materials science, physics or a related field with 4+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 2+ years.
• Experience with national laboratories, nuclear utilities, fuel-cycle vendors or UNF recyclers.
• Ability to negotiate or structure supply arrangements with suppliers and partners, and to draft technical summaries, white papers or proposals.
• Preferred: hands-on or research experience in UNF separations or isotope recovery, and familiarity with DOE programs (e.g. GAIN), NRC/DOE regulation and government contracting.
• Must be a U.S. person (citizen, national or lawful permanent resident).

Required skills

• Nuclear fuel cycle, used nuclear fuel and radiochemical separations, with the ability to critique flowsheets and process options.
• Familiarity with radioisotope production and decay, radiological material handling and ALARA principles.
• Strong analytical and project management skills, and excellent written and oral communication.

What we offer

• Anticipated salary of $110,000-$154,000, set by experience, skills and qualifications.
• Stock options, flexible paid time off and 16 weeks of paid family leave.
• 401k with employer match, employer HSA contributions, life insurance and transit benefits.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance, relocation assistance, professional development and a company-sponsored ClassPass benefit.