Program Manager - Americium-241 Supply Chain

Company Overview

Zeno Power’s (Zeno) mission is to provide clean, plug-and-play power anywhere in the universe. To do that, Zeno is developing a next-generation radioisotope power system (RPS) that generates carbon-free, resilient power for decades, utilizing material found in nuclear waste. Zeno’s technology is both light-weight and cost-effective compared to historic RPS, opening up broad market opportunities in space and terrestrially. To bring this breakthrough technology to market, Zeno is seeking out purpose-driven and innovative professionals who are comfortable working in a startup environment. Team members will have a direct impact in enabling commercial and national security missions from the depths of our oceans, to the surface of the moon, and in austere environments here on Earth.

Zeno is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Program Manager - Americium-241 Supply Chain

Zeno is seeking a highly motivated Americium-241 Supply Chain Program Manager to support the mission-oriented efforts of developing and bringing to market Radioisotope Power Systems (RPS) technologies. Reporting into Zeno's Nuclear Supply Chain organization, this individual will play a key role in enabling Zeno's Americium-241 (Am-241)-based product line.

In This Role You Will:

• Identify, develop and implement pathways with relevant commercial and government stakeholders to secure Am-241 supply chain for radioisotope fuel sources to support Zeno's product lines.
• Lead efforts to establish dedicated Am-241 capability at radiological fabrication facilities, including waste disposal planning.
• Work with Zeno's Engineering, Project Management, and Regulatory organizations to establish radioisotope fuel, radiological facilities, transportation, and material lifecycle requirements for Am-241 projects or products.
• Evaluate, make recommendations to management, and implement proposed Am-241 fuel development, acquisition, production, and separation strategies.
• Manage and evaluate commercial and government contracts with Zeno partners and subcontractors.
• Develop holistic lifecycle approach to managing Am-241 supply chain and infrastructure with inputs from internal project stakeholders, government and commercial suppliers, deployment customers, and transportation partners. 
• Support Zeno’s regulatory efforts as required, including drafting or reviewing regulatory technical papers.
• Prepare technical briefings and papers for meetings and conferences and interface with leadership team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Key Qualifications and Skills

• B.S. with 5+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 3+ years of experience.
• Understanding of radioisotope decay concepts, radiological material handling, ALARA principles.
• Knowledge of nuclear regulatory environments for radiological facilities.
• Candidate must be a self-starter and able to interface with internal and external stakeholders with minimal direction.
• Experienced in meeting deadlines and performing effectively under pressure in uncertain environments.
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of radiological transportation, material handling, and waste regulations and requirements preferred.
• Experience with radiological facilities and nuclear regulatory environments preferred.

Job Functions

• 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: Travel is required, 10-15%
• Motor Abilities: Sitting and/or standing for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)
• Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 15 pounds
• Repetitive work: Prolonged
• Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work
• Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hrs./day

Compensation And Benefits

The anticipated salary band for this position is $120,000-$165,000. The final job level and compensation will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, years of relevant experience, skills, qualifications, certifications, and other business considerations.

In addition to competitive compensation, we also offer a generous benefits package, which includes:

• Stock options
• Flexible paid time off
• 401k plan with employer match
• 16 weeks of paid family leave
• Employer HSA contributions
• Transit benefits to put toward commuting expenses
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Relocation assistance
• Dog friendly office

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Export Control

Applicants for employment at Zeno Power must be a U.S. person. The term “U.S. Person” means (i) a U.S citizen or U.S. national; or (ii) any natural person who is a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e., holds a Green Card), as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or as a “protected individual” defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (i.e., admitted as a refugee or is granted asylum).