BaRupOn is advancing a focused expansion into nuclear energy, centered on micro-reactor and small modular reactor (SMR/MMR) systems. From its headquarters in Irvine, California, the company is building an integrated nuclear platform designed to support long-term energy resilience, industrial operations, and high-capacity power infrastructure across the United States.
This initiative prioritizes internal technical leadership, disciplined regulatory execution, and full ownership of reactor development—from design through licensing and deployment. The objective is to align engineering, regulatory strategy, and commercialization within a single, integrated program.
Chief Technology Officer — Nuclear Programs (SMR/MMR)
Full-Time | Hybrid / Relocation Considered | Irvine, CA
Compensation: TBD
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
The CTO will lead all aspects of reactor development and regulatory strategy, including NRC pre-application engagement, design certification, and Combined License (COL) processes. The role serves as the primary technical liaison with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Department of Energy (DOE), and other agencies, and oversees all regulatory interactions, including RAIs, audits, and hearings.
The position includes full responsibility for SMR/MMR reactor design and system integration across nuclear, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and controls (I&C), and safety systems. The CTO will direct preparation of licensing documentation, including SAR/FSAR, PRA, and Environmental Reports (NEPA), ensuring compliance with 10 CFR Parts 50, 52, and emerging Part 53, and establishing a quality assurance program aligned with Appendix B.
The role also leads R&D, prototyping, and demonstration programs, ensuring alignment with licensing and deployment milestones, while monitoring regulatory developments and competitive technologies.
Organizationally, the CTO will build and lead a multidisciplinary engineering team and work closely with executive leadership to align technical execution with business objectives. The role represents BaRupOn in NRC proceedings, DOE forums, industry engagements, and investor discussions.
Candidates should have 15–20 years of U.S. nuclear experience, including direct NRC licensing engagement, and a Master’s or PhD in a relevant field. Senior leadership experience and hands-on work with SMR or advanced reactors are required, along with deep knowledge of U.S. regulatory frameworks and experience preparing and defending licensing applications. Eligibility for U.S. security clearance is required.
Preferred qualifications include PE licensure, NRC RO/SRO certification, PMP, ANS membership, and DOE ARDP or national lab experience. This role requires approximately 25% domestic travel, including NRC headquarters, DOE engagements, project sites, and industry events.
BaRupOn’s nuclear program is structured for execution and long-term deployment. The CTO will play a central role in delivering that capability.
To apply, please submit your resume, a brief cover letter outlining your NRC licensing experience, and any relevant licensing submissions or publications to breezy and careers@barupon.com. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.