Program Manager
Content + Source + Freshness • 17 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Strong value due to impactful work in clean energy, competitive salary potential, and significant growth opportunities.
- Engaging role in the clean energy sector
- Work with advanced technologies
- Broad career growth possibilities
- Requires 5+ years of relevant experience
Pros
- Engagement in cutting-edge nuclear technology and sustainability initiatives
- Opportunity to collaborate with government and industry stakeholders
- Scope for professional growth in a rapidly expanding field
Cons
- High pressure due to ambitious project timelines
- Need for extensive experience with regulatory bodies
- Potential for travel as part of engagement with national labs and partners
Who it's for
Mid-Senior • On-site with potential travel
Good fit
- Mid-level program managers with regulatory experience
- Professionals committed to clean energy solutions
- Leaders in technology-driven environments
Not recommended for
- Newcomers to project management
- Candidates who prefer low-pressure roles
- Individuals seeking remote-only opportunities
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
About Aalo Atomics
Aalo Atomics is pioneering a new era in clean energy with factory-fabricated microreactors designed to deliver affordable, scalable, and reliable nuclear power. Our mission is to make nuclear energy globally accessible, starting with the Aalo-1, a 10 MWe reactor leveraging cutting-edge safety, modularity, and efficiency. Based in Austin, TX, we’re rapidly growing as we work to deploy the world’s first fleet of advanced microreactors. Join us and help revolutionize energy for a sustainable future.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Program Manager to drive execution across our Aalo-X experimental reactor at INL and the Aalo-1 reactor as part of the Aalo-Pod, our first commercial product. This role will be responsible for managing schedules, aligning cross-functional teams, and ensuring deliverables are met on time. You will work closely with engineering, regulatory, manufacturing, and DOE/NRC stakeholders to keep our ambitious timelines on track.
Key Responsibilities
• Drive project execution for Aalo-X at INL, ensuring DOE authorization milestones are met.
• Lead program coordination for Aalo-1 within the Aalo-Pod, our first commercial deployment.
• Develop and maintain schedules, budgets, and risk management plans to keep projects moving forward.
• Align cross-functional teams, including engineering, licensing, manufacturing, and external partners.
• Manage stakeholder engagement with DOE, NRC, national labs, and commercial partners.
• Track and report progress, proactively identifying and resolving roadblocks.
• Ensure regulatory and technical milestones are met for both Aalo-X and Aalo-1 deployment.
Qualifications
• 5+ years of program/project management experience in nuclear, energy, or advanced technology fields.
• Proven track record of delivering complex projects on aggressive timelines.
• Experience working with DOE, NRC, or other regulatory bodies is a strong plus.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and drive urgency across teams.
• PMP or similar certification is a plus.
Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Why Join Aalo?
• Lead high-impact programs shaping the future of nuclear energy.
• Work alongside top experts in advanced reactors and clean energy.
• Be part of a fast-moving, execution-driven startup environment.
Interested? Apply now to help accelerate the future of energy.
