Chemical Operations Manager (Nuclear)

Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States

Salary: $130,000–$195,000 annually

Company

hirify.global is developing and operating uranium enrichment services in the United States to support nuclear fuel production.

What you will do

• Oversee chemical operations required to bring a state-of-the-art enrichment facility from development through full-scale operations.
• Ensure chemical processes, equipment, laboratories, and product quality programs meet safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate chemical activities across engineering, R&D, procurement, and project teams, including technical input to work plans and schedules.
• Develop operational programs, procedures, job hazard analyses, safety protocols, training, and chemical waste management practices.
• Hire and supervise chemistry technicians and supervisors while building a strong nuclear safety culture.
• Lead continuous improvement, incident investigations, corrective actions, and operational performance monitoring.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, nuclear engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in nuclear chemical operations, engineering, project management, or design.
• Comprehensive knowledge of chemical processing, analytical chemistry, and industrial chemistry in nuclear environments.
• Experience with laboratory and product quality assurance programs, hazardous materials handling, chemical safety, and emergency response.
• Thorough understanding of NRC regulations, including 10 CFR Parts 19, 20, and 70, and nuclear safety principles.
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively with diverse teams.

Nice to have

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience establishing and certifying chemical laboratories and product certification programs.
• Knowledge of project planning, cost management, budgets, and financial implications.
• Experience with uranium hexafluoride chemistry and processing.

Culture & Benefits

• Mission-driven environment focused on restoring domestic nuclear fuel production.
• Culture emphasizing urgency, accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.
• Full-time hires may be eligible for long-term incentives through stock options.
• Access to medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• Access to a 401(k) retirement plan.