Director of Operations - Instrumentation & Control Systems (I&C)

Overview

Lead end-to-end operations for nuclear instrumentation & control systems.

Key Responsibilities

• analytics integration
• i&c operations
• capacity planning
• supply chain
• digital manufacturing
• testing validation

Tasks

-Integrate advanced analytics to improve traceability, efficiency, and decision-making. -Lead full lifecycle operations for I&C systems—from manufacturing and production through qualification, testing, and shipment. -Oversee capacity planning, resource allocation, and workforce development. -Strengthen supplier partnerships and mitigate risk across critical and nuclear-grade components. -Foster a culture of operational discipline and safety excellence. -Standardize cabinet design/build and assembly for safety and non-safety systems. -Manage the NA operations footprint, optimizing internal capacity and leveraging third-party subcontractors for flexible, scalable execution. -Align new product industrialization with engineering and project teams for seamless production readiness. -Ensure adherence to all nuclear, regulatory, and industry standards (NRC, ISO, ASME, NQA-1). -Direct independent verification, validation, and qualification testing to meet nuclear licensing standards. -Build infrastructure to scale next-generation I&C modernization programs. -Lead operations to meet QCDS (Quality, Cost, Delivery, Safety) objectives. -Optimize inventory, working capital, and on-time delivery performance. -Build and develop a high-performing, collaborative operations team. -Champion Lean, Six Sigma, and process standardization to improve quality, cost, and delivery. -Manage budgets, resources, and group-level performance metrics. -Partner with Engineering, Project, Quality, and Regulatory teams to maintain audit readiness and product integrity. -Track KPIs for yield, reliability, and first-pass success; drive continuous improvement. -Own SIOP to align demand forecasts with production capacity and material availability. -Lead end-to-end global supply chain operations—sourcing, procurement, materials, and logistics. -Drive strategies that balance growth, compliance, and execution excellence. -Manage system-level testing, equipment calibration, and documentation for full traceability. -Promote a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement. -Optimize throughput through Lean manufacturing and digital production tools. -Drive adoption of digital manufacturing tools and data-driven operations.

Requirements

• leadership
• digital i&c
• director level
• siop
• engineering degree
• nuclear safety

What You Bring

-Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. -Experience in digital I&C systems or other regulated industries (nuclear, aerospace, defense, or energy). -12+ years of progressive leadership in operations or supply chain; 5+ years at Director level or higher. -Demonstrated record of driving modernization, efficiency, and transformation. -Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or Supply Chain; Master’s preferred. -Proven success in SIOP, demand planning, and global supply chain optimization. -Strong understanding of nuclear safety classifications, licensing, and quality standards (NRC 10 CFR 50/52, IEEE 603, IEC 61513, NQA-1).

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About Framatome

-Specializes in designing, manufacturing, and servicing nuclear reactor systems and components. -Offers a comprehensive range of solutions across the nuclear fuel cycle, from reactor construction to decommissioning. -Renowned for providing cutting-edge digitalization solutions, including software and instrumentation for nuclear plants. -Partners with utilities worldwide to improve plant performance, enhance safety, and extend the life of nuclear plants. -Innovations have shaped energy security through sustainable nuclear power solutions. -Focus on high standards, supports safe, efficient, and reliable nuclear operations globally. -Notable for providing first-of-its-kind technologies that optimize fuel and reactor management. -Plays a crucial role in shaping the future of clean energy by advancing nuclear power technologies.

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Security Clearance

-employment offer contingent on successful background investigation and drug screen.