Job DescriptionJob SummaryIf 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 Technician at Centrus Energy, you'll help bring advanced manufacturing and plant systems to life-from installation and startup to daily operation and performance testing. In this specialized capacity, the
primary focus of your role will be performing high-precision dynamic balancing of industrial centrifuges and rotating components to ensure they meet strict quality, safety, and performance standards before operational deployment. You'll work side-by-side with engineering, regulatory, 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 DoAs an
Operations Technician, you will operate, monitor, and maintain production and support equipment to ensure systems run reliably across normal, off-normal, and emergency conditions. Working to meet manufacturing and operational goals, you will help ensure all operations strictly adhere to safety, quality, security, and regulatory requirements. You will utilize specialized equipment and software to monitor multiple parameters, adjusting systems manually or through computer controls and applying targeted corrective actions according to documented specifications. This role involves advanced centrifuge balancing-requiring the analysis and correction of unbalance in centrifuge rotors-as well as operating and monitoring critical plant vacuum systems. Additionally, you will assist with plant startup, conduct functional testing, and support select maintenance activities.
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
PayEstimated 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.
