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The Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer (CECO) provides strategic leadership for compliance and ethics programs within Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC, which manages and operates the Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL). This role is responsible for establishing direction, managing compliance activities, and ensuring adherence to ethical and regulatory standards across NNL. The CECO applies extensive experience and expertise to guide decision-making that impacts employees, vendors, Naval Reactors, policies, and compliance programs. The CECO reports to the General Counsel and presents to the FMP Board of Directors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Advise on compliance matters and support prevention/detection of misconduct.
- Develop, document, and annually update compliance and ethics plans.
- Lead communication, training, and measurement of compliance standards.
- Coordinate with internal/external partners, including Legal, on concerns and investigations.
- Support Executive Compliance & Ethics Committee activities.
- Assist with audits and oversight reviews; identify required disclosures.
- Provide guidance on company practices, procedures, and government compliance.
- Conduct periodic audits of business practices and internal controls.
- Manage team members, fostering development and delivering feedback.
- Apply policies and procedures consistently across all business areas.
- Analyze issues, anticipate risks, and recommend/implement solutions.
- Prioritize complex projects to meet critical deadlines.
- Maintain adherence to all applicable policies and standards.
- Participate in training and professional development.
- Promote knowledge management practices.
- Review internal controls for contractor systems on government IT platforms.
- Ensure employee understanding of federal contracting requirements.
- Assess risk of noncompliance with federal laws and regulations.
- Provide compliance guidance to multi-functional teams.
- Analyze procurement rules for business impact.
- Coordinate compliance plans, schedules, and reporting.
- Promote ethical conduct and a culture of compliance.
- Research government contracting topics and support resolution of issues.
- Manage government compliance communication and awareness programs.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and previous experience managing managers or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and 4 years of relevant experience and previous experience managing managers.
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Law, Business, Public Policy, or related field preferred
- JD or Masters degree preferred
- Technical knowledge relevant to compliance and ethics. 10+ years of experience in ethics, compliance, legal, or regulatory leadership roles.
- Demonstrated experience leading investigations and complex compliance initiatives.
- Effective communication skills with diverse audiences.
- Ability to learn and apply local, state, and federal statutes and guidelines.
- Attention to detail and effective time management.
- Experience in highly regulated industries (such as government contractors (DOE M&O contractors), energy, technology, research, financial services, healthcare, etc.).
- Intermediate computer skills (word processing, email, spreadsheets, presentations).
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Certification as a compliance and ethics professional from a recognized industry association.
- Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
- Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
- 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
- Personal & Medical Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
- Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness Program
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$193,800.00 - $314,900.00 annually
Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.
All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.
Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.
