Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

Welcome to BWXT
We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

Position Overview:
The Sr. Manager, Talent Acquisition is accountable for designing, developing, and deploying the talent acquisition strategy for BWXT.  This role is responsible for driving full-cycle recruitment and all ancillary actions related to talent acquisition to ensure the right talent is hired to meet current and future business needs.  This role requires a strategic mindset, strong relationship management skills, high levels of business acumen, and a commitment to leveraging technology and AI to delivery best-in-class processes with high-quality results.  

Your Day to Day as a Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition:

Full-Cycle Recruitment:

• Directs a team of recruiters and talent coordinators.
• Manages the recruitment process, including sourcing, candidate presentation, interview scheduling, candidate experience, travel, and tracking.
• Owns executive recruitment for the organization.  
• Point of contact for temporary services needs.

Candidate Identification, Selection, & Experience:

• Manages the TA spend for all external vendors and services.
• Partners with internal/external resources to design and deploy recruitment marketing campaigns.
• Maintains ownership of TA related vendors and services and makes recommendations for changes and/or enhancements.

University Relations & Early Talent Programs:

• Leads and influences the approach for early talent recruitment.
• Identifies BWXT partner schools and engagement activities.
• Manages the BWXT internship program.

Technology & Continuous Improvement:

• Utilizes Lean methodologies and tools to identify process improvements.
• Evaluates vendors and makes recommendations for change or enhancement.
• Understands market trends and themes and leverages technology to deliver best-in-class services.
• High comfort and interest in AI as it relates to talent acquisition strategies.
• Partners with leaders to forecast talent needs in alignment with business priorities and transformations.

Metrics & Reporting:

• Owns reporting and delivers routine updates to the business on performance against plan.
• Provides real-time analytics for CHRO, HRMs and operations leadership on staffing and recruiting metrics.
• Identifies and tracks performance metrics at the function, team and individual levels.   
• Participates in enterprise-wide TA discussions, sharing best practices and ensuring alignment across the organization.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 8+ years of progressive HR/TA experience, including demonstrated experience with emerging AI informed TA technologies, system integrations and ATS design.
• Exceptional relationship-building, communication, and influence skills across all leadership levels.
• High level of business acumen, sound judgment, and discretion in managing confidential matters.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity and balance strategic insight with hands-on execution.
• Data-driven mindset with ability to interpret workforce analytics, deliver C-suite level reporting, and recommend action.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clearance, if required.
• This position will be based at one of BWXT's major HQ locations with required travel. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree is a plus.
• Experience in industrials, manufacturing, government contracting, or nuclear sectors is a plus.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
• An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!

Pay: $132,000 - $203,000

The base salary range for this position in Virginia (US-VA) at the start of employment is expected to be between $132,000 and $203,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement.  The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols.  As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Position requires U.S. citizenship with (no dual citizenship) ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test and previous employment reference verifications.

BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.

BWX Technologies, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (BWXT) is not responsible for and does not accept any liability for fees or other costs associated with resumes or candidates presented by recruiters or employment agencies, unless a binding, written recruitment agreement between BWXT and the recruiter or agency exists prior to the presentation of candidates or resumes to BWXT and includes the specific services, job openings, and fees to be paid (“Agreement”). BWXT may consider any candidate for whom a recruiter or agency has submitted an unsolicited resume and explicitly reserves the right to hire such candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency unless an Agreement is in place prior to presentation and such Agreement explicitly encompasses the job opening for which such fees or costs are sought. An email, verbal or other informal contact with any person within BWXT will not create a binding agreement. Agencies or recruiters without an Agreement are directed not to contact any hiring managers of BWXT with recruiting inquiries or resumes. Recruiters and agencies interested in partnering with BWXT may contact BWXT’s Talent Acquisition team at talent_acquisition@bwxt.com.