Good fit if
- You have SRO or RO experience.
- You have 5+ years of experience.
Credentials that matter
Training and certifications
- SRO License
Skills and tools
- NRC Regulations
- Inpo Guidelines
- SAT
- Advanced Reactor Technologies
- Simulator Instruction
Required qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, nuclear engineering, physics, chemistry, education, or related technical discipline (or equivalent industry experience)
- 5+ years of experience in commercial nuclear power, naval nuclear propulsion, advanced reactor development, nuclear operations, maintenance, engineering, or technical training
- Experience developing and/or delivering technical training programs
- Experience with learning management systems (LMS)
- Experience working in dynamic, startup, or rapidly evolving operational environments
- Demonstrated ability to write technical procedures, program documents, or instructional materials
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences
- Familiarity with systematic approach to training (SAT) principles and adult learning methodologies
- Ability to work independently with high degree of initiative and adaptability
- Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access to nuclear facilities, if required
About this role
Oklo seeks a Nuclear Training Instructor to develop, implement, and deliver comprehensive training programs for advanced reactor operations. You will establish foundational training processes, create operator qualification programs, and support startup of first-of-a-kind operational training while fostering nuclear safety culture across the organization.
Responsibilities
- Develop, revise, and maintain training materials, lesson plans, evaluations, qualification cards, and qualification programs using systematic approach to training (SAT)
- Support establishment and continuous improvement of new nuclear training organization and associated training governance processes
- Develop new training procedures, administrative processes, and program documentation for startup and long-term operations
- Support startup and implementation of new operational and technical training programs for advanced reactor facilities
- Deliver classroom, simulator, laboratory, and on-the-job training for plant personnel
- Evaluate trainee performance and provide coaching, mentoring, and remediation
- Support initial and continuing training programs for operations, maintenance, radiation protection, chemistry, engineering, and technical staff
- Conduct training needs analyses and incorporate operating experience, procedure changes, design modifications, and regulatory requirements into training programs
- Collaborate with engineering, operations, maintenance, and licensing organizations to ensure technical accuracy and operational relevance
- Support development and administration of examinations, qualification boards, and performance evaluations
- Maintain training records and documentation in accordance with regulatory and company requirements
- Participate in plant activities, observations, startup testing, and performance improvement initiatives to identify training opportunities
- Maintain awareness of fast reactor core design and analysis work, benchmark calculations, and experiments performed internationally
- Promote human performance fundamentals, operational excellence, and nuclear safety culture principles
- Support accreditation activities, regulatory inspections, and readiness reviews related to training programs
Preferred qualifications
- Experience supporting startup testing, commissioning, or first-of-a-kind nuclear projects
- Certification as nuclear instructor, licensed operator, senior reactor operator (SRO), or naval nuclear instructor
- Experience supporting advanced reactor technologies, including fast reactors or microreactors
- Familiarity with DOE and NRC regulations, INPO guidelines, and accredited training programs
- Simulator instruction or simulator scenario development experience
- Experience with qualification program administration and examination development
- Knowledge of human performance tools and operational excellence programs
- Experience with digital learning platforms, e-learning development tools, or Vision learning software
- Prior experience mentoring or coaching technical personnel
- Familiarity with reactor physics, core design fundamentals, thermal hydraulics, or probabilistic risk assessment concepts
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