Enterprise Risk & Business Continuity Program Manager

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 Enterprise Risk & Business Continuity Program Manager at BWXT plays a crucial role in protecting the organization’s $3B enterprise against various risks through the design and enhancement of an integrated Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and Business Continuity program. Reporting to the VP, Safety & Security, this leader develops and executes strategies for crisis management and business continuity that ensure resilience and maintain critical operations in high-stakes environments, all while fostering a risk-aware culture. By aligning ERM and continuity practices with corporate strategies and regulatory requirements, they provide executives and the board with the insights needed for informed, risk-adjusted decision-making.

Location:

On-site in McLean, VA or Lynchburg, VA

Your Day to Day as a ERM & Business Continuity Program Manager:

• Lead the design and implementation of an ERM program aligned with COSO ERM and ISO 31000 specifically for the nuclear sector.
• Establish risk governance structures and policies, ensuring alignment with BWXT’s corporate strategy and regulatory frameworks.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to define and maintain the company's risk appetite and tolerance levels.
• Conduct enterprise-wide risk assessments to identify emerging risks and maintain a comprehensive risk register.
• Monitor risks such as cybersecurity threats and supply chain vulnerabilities while advising leadership on implications.
• Collaborate with business units to develop and test effective risk mitigation strategies tailored to BWXT’s growth strategy.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive Business Continuity Plan (BCP) tailored to BWXT’s unique operational challenges.
• Conduct business impact analyses to identify critical functions essential for maintaining operations during crises.
• Serve as the primary operations officer during crises, coordinating responses and external communications.
• Deliver timely risk and continuity reports to executive leadership, ensuring critical insights are accessible for decision-making.
• Provide actionable insights highlighting exposures and recommended actions aligned with BWXT’s strategic objectives.
• Cascade risk information throughout the organization to promote awareness and accountability in decision-making.
• Lead training programs to embed risk and continuity management into daily operations, fostering a culture of resilience.
• Serve as a coach and advisor to managers on applying ERM principles tailored to BWXT’s operational context.
• Promote a culture focused on accountability and proactive risk identification using innovative tools and methodologies.

Required Qualifications:

• 15+ years of experience in ERM, internal audit, corporate strategy, business continuity, compliance, or related disciplines.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Strong analytical capabilities for modeling risk scenarios and assessing their financial and operational impacts, enabling informed and actionable insights.
• Proven ability to lead and manage complex cross-functional initiatives within large enterprises, effectively navigating regulatory environments.
• Track record of fostering a proactive risk culture, demonstrated through improved employee engagement, successful training initiatives, and heightened leadership accountability.
• Experience in industrials, manufacturing, government contracting, or nuclear sectors a plus.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with no dual citizenship.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree 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: $102,000 - $154,000

The base salary range for this position in District of Columbia (US-DC) at the start of employment is expected to be between $102,000 and $154,000 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.