Licensing Engineer

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative solutions supporting critical missions across defense intelligence energy and civilian sectors. Our people are our competitive advantage driven by purpose collaboration and a commitment to delivering excellence for our customers and communities. We are currently seeking a Licensing Engineer to support our Oak Ridge Location.The Licensing Engineer will support engineering activities for emerging opportunities in the civil nuclear sector with a focus on advanced nuclear technologies and future nuclear new-build programs. This role ensures all licensing activities align with NRC requirements project schedules and quality standards.Key Responsibilities Duties- Support development and execution of NRC licensing strategy and licensing basis- Prepare regulatory submissions including topical reports white papers and supporting documentation- Coordinate and integrate technical inputs from engineering disciplines- Ensure traceability of licensing positions to design and analytical evidence- Support responses to NRC Requests for Additional Information RAIs and regulatory comments- Maintain licensing documentation trackers and compliance records- Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders- Contribute to NRC engagement activities and integrated licensing schedule updatesBasic Qualifications- Minimum of 10 years of experience in nuclear licensing regulatory affairs or related technical field- Experience supporting regulatory submissions in a highly regulated industry- Strong technical writing and documentation skills- Ability to coordinate cross-functional technical teamsPreferred Qualifications- Experience with NRC licensing processes and regulatory frameworks- Prior experience supporting nuclear reactor design certification or approval- Familiarity with advanced reactor programs- Demonstrated experience responding to NRC RAIsEducation Requirements- Bachelors Degree in Engineering Science or related technical discipline requiredOR- Equivalent professional experience including significant NRC licensing experience may be considered in lieu of a degreeCompetencies- Nuclear Licensing and Regulatory Compliance- Technical Documentation and Report Development- Regulatory Strategy Support- Cross-Functional Coordination- Communication and Stakeholder Management- Attention to Detail and Quality Assurance Compensation Details120000-180000 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities education experience skills internal equity market data applicable collective bargaining agreements and relevant laws.Benefits OverviewOur health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings includeHealth dental and vision insurancePaid time off and holidaysRetirement benefits including 401k matchingEducational reimbursementParental leaveEmployee stock purchase planTax-saving optionsDisability and life insurancePet insuranceNote Benefits may vary based on employment type location and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement CBA the McNamara-OHara Service Contract Act SCA or other employment contracts may include different provisionsbenefits. Original Posting07292026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race sex sexual orientation pregnancy including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding or medical conditions related to pregnancy childbirth or breastfeeding age ancestry United States military or veteran status color religion creed marital or domestic partner status medical condition genetic information national origin citizenship status low-income status or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation or any other protected category under federal state or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language atLabor Laws Posters.