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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - Nuclear/SMR - **Company:** Barupon Llc - **Location:** Irvine, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** IEEE Standards Association, Systems Integration - **Published:** August 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.wayup.com/i-j-Chief-Technology-Officer-CTO-Nuclear-SMR-BaRupOn-LLC-844537037130976/ ## About the Role + Master's degree or PhD in Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a closely related field. + Minimum 15-20 years of progressive experience in the U.S. nuclear industry. + Demonstrated direct experience working with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission on reactor licensing, design certification, or regulatory compliance matters. + Proven executive or senior technical leadership experience at the level of CTO, VP of Engineering, Director of Nuclear, or equivalent. + Hands-on experience with SMR, advanced reactor, or Generation IV technologies. + Deep working knowledge of: 10 CFR Part 50 - Licensing of Production and Utilization Facilities 10 CFR Part 52 - Licenses, Certifications, and Approvals for Nuclear Power Plants Emerging 10 CFR Part 53 framework for advanced and non-light-water reactors + Demonstrated experience preparing, submitting, and defending licensing applications, safety analyses, and PRAs before the NRC. + Ability to obtain, or currently holding, applicable U.S. government security clearance, or eligibility to obtain one. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS + Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the United States - strongly preferred. + NRC Reactor Operator (RO) or Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) License - advantageous. + Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent - preferred. + Active membership in the American Nuclear Society (ANS) or equivalent U.S. nuclear professional organization. + Prior experience with DOE Advanced Reactor Demonstration Programs (ARDP) or national laboratory partnerships. ## Description The Chief Technology Officer (CTO - Nuclear/SMR) will serve as the senior technical executive responsible for the strategic, technical, and regulatory direction of BaRupOn's SMR and MMR programs. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the CTO will have full ownership of reactor design, NRC licensing strategy, safety case development, and commercialization execution. This is a founding executive-level position with significant influence over the direction, team, and trajectory of BaRupOn's nuclear division. The successful candidate will build and lead a growing multidisciplinary technical team and serve as the Company's primary interface with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission and other federal and state regulatory bodies., Regulatory Strategy and NRC Engagement + Lead pre-application engagement, design certification, and combined license (COL) processes with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. + Serve as the Company's primary technical liaison with the NRC, DOE, and relevant federal and state regulatory agencies. + Lead and coordinate all responses to NRC Requests for Additional Information (RAIs), audits, and public hearings. + Develop and execute licensing roadmaps that align with the Company's commercialization timelines and capital strategy. Reactor Design and Engineering Oversight + Oversee SMR/MMR reactor design and full system integration across nuclear, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and controls (I&C), and safety systems. + Ensure adherence to all applicable U.S. nuclear codes and standards, including ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code, ANSI, and IEEE standards. + Direct preparation and submission of all licensing documentation, including: + Safety Analysis Reports (SAR/FSAR) + Probabilistic Risk Assessments (PRA) + Environmental Reports (ER) in compliance with NEPA + Ensure full compliance with 10 CFR Parts 50, 52, and the emerging Part 53 framework for advanced reactors. + Establish and maintain a technical quality assurance program consistent with 10 CFR Part 50 Appendix B. Research, Development, and Program Execution + Lead R&D, prototyping, testing, and demonstration projects within U.S. regulatory frameworks. + Ensure programs meet key milestones for licensing, construction permit, and operating license approvals. + Monitor and evaluate emerging reactor technologies, regulatory developments, and competitive landscape to inform strategic decisions. Leadership and Organizational Development + Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing multidisciplinary nuclear engineering organization. + Collaborate cross-functionally with legal, finance, operations, and executive leadership to align technical strategy with business objectives. + Represent BaRupOn at industry conferences, DOE forums, NRC public meetings, and with external partners and investors., + A founding executive role with real influence over the technical direction, team, and culture of a first-of-kind SMR/MMR program in the United States. + Direct partnership with the CEO and full executive leadership team - no bureaucratic layers between vision and execution. + Work on high-impact programs advancing clean energy, domestic energy independence, and decarbonization at a national scale. + Competitive executive compensation with meaningful equity tied to program and company milestones. + A company that prioritizes technical excellence, regulatory integrity, and long-term thinking. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [AI Agents & Agentic AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2017-ai-agents-agentic-ai) - [One Pipeline, Three Regulator - SBOM Compliance for the Developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100169-one-pipeline-three-regulator-sbom-compliance-for-the-developer) - [Physical AI: The Era of Intelligent Machines](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100141-physical-ai-the-era-of-intelligent-machines) - [Why Your Best Mediors Never Become Seniors (And How to Fix It)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2108-why-your-best-mediors-never-become-seniors-and-how-to-fix-it) - [Boost Productivity with AI: Figma & Playwright MCP Workflows - Aris Markogiannakis](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1768-boost-productivity-with-ai-figma-playwright-mcp-workflows-aris-markogiannakis) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers) - [Should Tech Managers Be Developers First? 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