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:
As Administrative Assistant, this position will be responsible for supporting the Nuclear Operations Group (NOGJ) Jonesborough, in person at the NOGJ plant site. You will provide overall administrative support to the General Manager and other senior staff members and various functional areas. The individual must be mature, professional, capable of exercising discretion, maintaining confidentiality, and working under limited supervision.
Location:
Jonesborough, Tennessee
Your Day to Day as an Administrative Assistant:
Provides administrative and clerical support for NOGJ site management including but not limited to recording meeting minutes, tracking action items, coordinating schedules and Outlook calendars, records management, scheduling travel, processing expense reports, preparing purchase requisitions, and reconciling department budget plan versus actuals.
Scheduling the Administrative Conference Room, GM Conference Room, and NOGJ Conference Center and various other conference rooms throughout the facility
Planning and arranging on-site and off-site meetings including agenda preparation, venue set-up, and ordering/setting up meals
Routinely interact with vendors, contractors, customers, representatives of professional organizations and public agencies
Capable of taking on additional duties such as routine Accounts Payable functions and may include but not be limited to invoice processing, check requests, expense reconciliations, etc.
Support timecard processing and reconciliation of time files/project costs
Maintain and support the BWXT Ordnance Tennessee technical library and perform related records management functions
Perform various other duties as assigned.
Provide assistance in other areas of the facility as required
Required Qualifications:
A High School Diploma or equivalent and five (5) years directly related experience
Prior experience supporting general manager, plant manager and/or executive staff members preferred
Additional education in a business-related field desired
Experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment desired
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Ability to operate standard office equipment
Must have strong demonstrable computer literacy and knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel, internally and externally, including corporate personnel, visitors, customers, auditors, contractors, vendors, and state, local and federal officials
Must be able to work effectively in a team environment
Must be a U.S. Citizen with no dual citizenship
Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) and possible Department of Energy (DOE) clearance and satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information
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: $[[custsalaryMin]] - $[[custsalaryMax]]
The starting hourly rate for this position in [[stateProvince]] at the start of employment is expected to be between $[[custsalaryMin]] and $[[custsalaryMax]] per hour. The hourly rate offered is based on local job market factors and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as 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 the hourly rate (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation, or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or applicable 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.
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 talent_acquisition@bwxt.com.
