Technical Director – Commercial Nuclear (Danbury, CT, US, 06810-8147)

About This Opportunity

We are representing a confidential defense contractor in their search for a Technical Director – Commercial Nuclear based in Danbury, CT. This is a senior technical leadership role focused on the design, development, modernization, and lifecycle support of advanced electronic systems used in commercial nuclear applications. Our client is a trusted provider of critical power and control technology systems, and this position will serve as the technical authority for mission-critical programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial nuclear engineering efforts for complex digital, analog, power, and electronic systems across their full lifecycle
• Direct system design, development, testing, implementation, and lifecycle support for both new products and legacy system modernization
• Serve as the technical authority for customer solutions, proposal development, modernization strategies, and engineering execution
• Translate customer requirements into compliant, manufacturable, and cost-effective designs that meet stringent nuclear industry standards
• Drive technical excellence through cross-functional leadership, supplier collaboration, engineer mentoring, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Partner closely with program management, manufacturing, supply chain, and customer stakeholders to ensure successful program delivery

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field (Master's degree strongly preferred)
• 10+ years of progressive engineering experience, including significant time leading complex technical programs and multidisciplinary teams
• Deep expertise in the design and development of electronic systems, including digital, analog, and/or power-related technologies
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional and interdisciplinary engineering teams in a technical leadership capacity
• Demonstrated success providing technical mentorship, project guidance, and strategic direction
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Active DOD security clearance or ability to obtain clearance within a reasonable timeframe after hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience designing Single Event Upset (SEU)-tolerant systems
• Familiarity with U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) regulations, policies, and procedures
• Experience with Commercial Grade Item Dedication (CGID) for nuclear safety applications
• Knowledge of commercial nuclear and/or military specifications and design practices

How We Work With You

When you apply through Get A Job.ai, our talent team will review your qualifications and conduct an initial screening. If there's a strong match, we'll submit your profile to our client for consideration. Throughout the interview process, we'll provide guidance and support. Please do not contact the client directly—all communication should go through our recruiting team to ensure the best experience for everyone involved.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process and are competitive with the market for this senior leadership role.

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