Director Quality Jobs in Oak Ridge, TN (NOW HIRING)

At Centrus Energy, quality excellence is more than a requirement—quality is fundamental to our mission. As the Director, Oak Ridge Quality Assurance, you'll serve as a key member of the American Centrifuge Operating (ACO) senior leadership team, helping ensure the safe, compliant, and successful execution of one of the nation's most important advanced nuclear programs.

This role combines strategic leadership with independent oversight, providing the authority and accountability needed to uphold the highest standards of quality across the Oak Ridge operation. Working closely with executive leadership, Centrus customers, and teams across the enterprise, you'll help drive operational excellence while supporting the future of domestic nuclear fuel production.

Lead the Quality Assurance functions for the Oak Ridge site by providing independent oversight of ACO-OR quality programs across design, manufacturing, construction, operations, maintenance, research and development, and project execution. You'll ensure compliance with NQA-1, ISO 9001 and other DOE and NRC quality programs. You will direct audits and assessments; develop quality strategies and training programs; guide continuous improvement initiatives; represent Centrus with internal and external stakeholders; and build, mentor, and lead high‑performing teams that support safe, reliable, and efficient operations.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences, or equivalent technical experience
• 10+ years of combined nuclear industry and manufacturing experience
• 6+ years of leadership or management experience
• Ability to work effectively within a highly regulated DOE and NRC environment
• Ability to work effectively in a high volume manufacturing environment
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to travel periodically to other Centrus locations, contractor sites, and occasional international destinations
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a 'Q' clearance

• Experience providing independent quality oversight for complex industrial, manufacturing, construction, or nuclear operations
• Knowledge of quality assurance programs, audits, assessments, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience interacting with independent auditors and senior stakeholders
• Ability to influence cross‑functional teams and foster a culture of safety, quality, and accountability
• An active or previously held Q‑level security clearance

Estimated Starting Base Salary Range: $160,662-$267,770. This position is Bonus 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.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

This position will require a pre‑employment background check and a pre‑employment drug test.

Centrus Energy and all subsidiaries shall abide by the applicable legal requirements. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

This position requires the successful candidate to obtain and maintain a Q security clearance. Candidates for positions requiring a security clearance are required to be tested for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4 prior to an offer of employment being made. In addition, once employed, employees will become part of a random drug testing program and may also be tested in the event of any incident causing injury or causing damage to property, or if it is determined that there is a reasonable suspicion the employee is under the influence of drugs or alcohol. This position will require pre‑employment background check on the part of the Company and in order to receive a Q security clearance, a background investigation by the Federal government. Subsequent Federal government reinvestigations may be required.

Centrus Energy Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.