Centrus Energy Corp.

Operations Technician

Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate of Science in Engineering or Physical Sciences, OR completion of the U.S. Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program, OR equivalent technical experience with a high school diploma/GED.
  • 3+ years of plant operator experience in chemical, nuclear, or power-generation industries or similar military experience.
  • Experience in critical infrastructure operations.
  • Ability to work in required PPE (respirators, anti-Cs, electrical gear, etc.).
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Q-level security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Operate, monitor, and maintain production and support equipment to achieve manufacturing goals.
  • Support equipment turnover from construction, assisting with startup and functional testing.
  • Adjust systems manually and through computer controls based on operational needs.
  • Respond to alarms and document operational activities meticulously.
  • Perform inspections and support procedure development to maintain high standards.
  • Assist with select maintenance activities ensuring seamless operations.
  • Ensure compliance with safety, quality, security, and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

  • Incentive eligibility based on performance.
  • Opportunity to work with advanced manufacturing and high-tech systems.
  • Hands-on experience in critical operations that impact clean energy future.
  • Collaboration with engineering, construction, and operations teams.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Job Summary:

If you like hands-on work, high-tech systems, and being at the heart of complex operations, this role was built for you. As an Operations Tech Specialist at Centrus Energy, you'll help bring advanced manufacturing and plant systems to life-from installation and startup to daily operation and performance testing. You'll work side-by-side with engineering, construction, and operations teams to ensure equipment runs safely, efficiently, and on schedule while supporting a mission that directly impacts the future of clean energy.

What You Will Do?

You'll operate, monitor, and maintain production and support equipment to meet manufacturing and operational goals. This includes supporting equipment turnover from construction, assisting with startup and functional testing, adjusting systems manually and through computer controls, responding to alarms, and documenting operational activities. You'll perform inspections, support procedure development, assist with select maintenance activities, and help ensure all operations meet safety, quality, security, and regulatory requirements-all while keeping systems running reliably across normal, off-normal, and emergency conditions.

We'd Love to Hear from People With:
  • An Associate of Science in Engineering or Physical Sciences,
    OR completion of the U.S. Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program,
    OR equivalent technical experience with a high school diploma/GED.
  • 3 or more years of plant operator experience within the last eight years in:
  • Chemical, nuclear, or power-generation industries
  • Critical infrastructure operations
  • Or similar technical military experience
  • The capability to work in required PPE (respirators, anti-Cs, electrical gear, etc.).
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a Q-level security clearance

A Successful Candidate Brings:
  • Hands-on experience with equipment startup, system testing, and operational troubleshooting
  • Comfort responding to alarms and operating under structured safety and emergency procedures
  • A disciplined, safety-first mindset in radiological, chemical, and industrial environments
  • Already maintains a Q-level security clearance

Pay

Estimated Starting Base Salary: $93,100. This position is Incentive eligible. Centrus considers several factors when extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. While the posted range reflects the anticipated hiring range for this position, compensation above the range may be considered for candidates with exceptional qualifications and directly relevant experience.

About Centrus Energy Corp.

Centrus Energy Corp. is a nuclear fuel technology company that supplies nuclear fuel and services for the commercial nuclear power industry in the United States and internationally. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland. Centrus Energy Corp. operates through two segments: the Low-Enriched Uranium (LEU) segment and the Contract Services segment. The LEU segment supplies LEU for use in nuclear reactors worldwide. The Contract Services segment provides engineering, design, and fabrication services to government and commercial customers.
Learn more about Centrus Energy Corp.
Size
267 employees
Market Cap
$476.4 million
Industry
Net Income
$35.2 million
5 Year Trend
-0.8%
Revenue
$210 million
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