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:
This Chemist position serves as a key scientific resource within the Quality Control Chemistry Laboratory, supporting predominantly inorganic analytical work. The role blends hands‑on laboratory expertise with technical leadership, helping ensure the accuracy, reliability, and continuous improvement of the lab’s analytical capabilities. The Chemist contributes to method development, refines existing procedures, and supports research efforts that enhance product understanding and performance. Collaboration is central to this role—working closely with technicians, internal teams, customers, and vendors to interpret data, communicate results, and guide decisions. The position also plays a part in training staff, evaluating analytical outcomes, and supporting cost and project planning. Overall, this role is well‑suited for someone who enjoys solving complex chemistry challenges, strengthening laboratory practice, and contributing to both day‑to‑day operations and long‑term improvement initiatives.
Location:
On-site in Jonesborough, Tennessee
Your Day to Day as a Chemist:
- Provides daily support to a Quality Control Chemistry Lab (work is predominately inorganic in nature).
- Oversees, troubleshoots, and performs established analytical chemistry determinations consistently and accurately.
- Generates procedures for analytical chemistry determinations geared towards meeting precision and accuracy requirements. Reviews, comments, and modifies existing procedures.
- Develops and performs new chemistry related R&D efforts.
- Trains and qualifies lab technicians to perform analytical chemistry determinations.
- Performs calculations in order to complete assignments.
- Assesses and approves results from analytical chemistry determinations performed by chemistry lab technicians and chemists.
- Authors and reviews reports and technical submittals to customers.
- Interprets product specifications from a chemistry perspective.
- Conducts meetings with internal and external customers, vendors, and representatives from other departments.
- Prepares cost estimates for new and existing contracted work as needed.
- Solves a variety of technical issues related to analytical chemistry determinations.
- Participate on process improvement teams.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or other physical/life science field (ex: Environmental Science, Biology, etc.) plus ten (10) years of relevant experience.
- Must possess at least four (4) year of experience in a Quality Control laboratory setting.
- Previous experience in a Quality Control, analytical laboratory that is inorganic in nature.
- Previous experience using operating instruments such as ICP-MS, ICP-OES, pycnometers, surface area analyzers, gas analyzers, UV-Vis, KPA, and wet chemistry titration.
- Prior experience with testing and handling UCO material.
- Must be highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail.
- Must be able to demonstrate superior written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Must possess ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as in a team environment.
- Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems is desired.
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: $86,000 - $136,000
The base salary range for this position in Tennessee (US-TN) at the start of employment is expected to be between $86,000 and $136,000 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.
All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening. In addition, the position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and 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 [email protected].
