TITLE:                Senior Training Specialist     

LOCATION:     Bellevue, WA, USA or Rockville, MD, USA   

TerraPower is a nuclear technology company based in Bellevue, Washington. At its core, the company is working to raise living standards globally through a more affordable, secure, and environmentally friendly form of nuclear energy along with innovations in medical isotopes to improve human health. In 2006, TerraPower originated with Bill Gates and a group of like-minded visionaries who evaluated the fundamental challenges to raising living standards around the world. They recognized energy access was crucial to the health and economic well-being of communities and decided that the private sector needed to take action and create energy sources that would advance global energy deployment. TerraPower’s mission is to be a world leader in new nuclear technologies, while developing innovators and future leaders in the nuclear field. As a result, the company’s activities in the fields of nuclear energy and related sciences are yielding significant innovations in the safety and economics of nuclear power, hybrid energy and medical applications – all for significant human health benefits.

TerraPower is seeking to hire highly motivated and forward-thinking professionals who are interested in focusing on advanced nuclear reactor research and development and influencing change within the nuclear power landscape and bringing forward the critical production of medical isotopes.  TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, as a federal contractor, TerraPower has instituted an Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) in an effort to proactively recruit, hire, and promote women, minorities, disabled persons, and veterans.

Senior Training Specialist

The Senior Training Specialist reports to the Corporate Training Manager and is responsible for the effectiveness of the training program. This position requires an advanced level of knowledge of NQA-1 requirements for training development and records.

Responsibilities:

•    Strategically manage corporate and technical training programs, driving alignment with organizational goals while ensuring seamless integration of software, coordination, procedures, and curriculum/content development across teams.

•    Proactively resolve complex issues related to training programs, including advanced procedural challenges and software application optimization, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.

•    Develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive updates to training program-related standard operating documents, ensuring they exceed compliance standards and align with industry best practices.

•    Provide strategic direction for corporate, discipline, and project training requirements, leading initiatives to close skill gaps and enhance workforce capabilities.

•    Lead comprehensive training needs analyses, partnering with leadership and line management to forecast and prioritize future training needs and align with strategic objectives.

•    Design and deliver advanced training content, curricula, and assessment tools, leveraging expertise and industry trends to create impactful learning experiences that address complex technical challenges.

•    Lead coordination and delivery of classroom-based and virtual training programs, mentoring instructors and ensuring optimal participant engagement and knowledge retention.

•    Ensure and audit regulatory compliance, integrating evolving regulatory requirements into training programs and proactively addressing potential compliance risks.

•    Oversee and enhance training records management systems, implementing advanced data tracking and reporting practices to ensure audit readiness and streamlined access.

•    Lead optimization efforts for the learning management system and database, applying innovative solutions to improve functionality and user experience for all levels of staff.

•    Champion alignment of training programs with Quality, Environmental, Safety, and Health standards, driving initiatives to mitigate risks and promote a culture of safety and excellence.

•    Analyze and interpret advanced training metrics, delivering actionable insights and strategic recommendations to senior leadership to enhance training effectiveness.

•    Mentor and guide teams in applying and advancing systematic approaches to training, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.

•    Collaborate with leadership and the Training Program Coordinator to spearhead program enhancements, leveraging expertise to address evolving organizational and technical needs effectively.

•    Other duties as assigned by the Corporate Training Manager.

Key Qualifications and Skills

•    B.A./B.S. degree in a relevant/related discipline from an accredited college or university.

•    Individual should have 10+ years of training experience to include course instruction, training material development, and/or training program assessment/evaluation.

•    Prior instructor certification preferred.

•    Proficient in SAP-SuccessFactors or similar platform.

•    Proficient planning and execution skills for meeting regulatory and operational requirements.

•    Excellent skills in the systematic approach to training and training management.

•    Possess demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor in interacting and collaborating with a wide variety of stakeholders.

•    Able to operate and multi-task in a challenging/dynamic environment while demonstrating planning, coordination, and organizational and problem-solving skills.

•    Demonstrated ability to work independently with little oversight or supervision.

•    Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office.

•    Strong communication, verbal, and written skills that are clear, concise, and accurate.

•    Excellent attention to detail in writing and reviewing of documents, such as procedures and training material.

•    Experience under NRC or DOE regulation is required.

•    Experience developing SCORM or AICC compliant content with content developer tools; experience with Camtasia is preferred.

•    Experience developing and managing training under the ADDIE model preferred.

•    INPO ACAD principles for Systematic Approach to Training is strongly preferred.

•    The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, able to communicate openly, and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork.

•    Actual position starting level and title will be determined based on assessment of qualifications.

Job Functions

Job Functions are physical actions and/or working conditions associated with the position. These functions may also constitute essential functions for the job which the employee must be able to fulfill, with or without accommodation. Information provided below is to help describe the job so that the applicant has a reasonable understanding of the job duties/expectations. An applicant's ability to perform and/or tolerate these actions and conditions will be discussed, and workplace accommodations may be made on a case-by-case basis following an individualized assessment of the applicant and other considerations, including but not limited to any governing safety standards.

•    Motor Abilities: Sitting and/or standing for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)

•    Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 15 pounds

•    Repetitive work: Prolonged

•    Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work

•    Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hrs./day

•    Travel required: 0-5%

TerraPower’s technology is controlled for export by various agencies of the U.S. Government. TerraPower must evaluate applicants who are foreign nationals (other than asylees, refugees, or lawful permanent residents) in accordance with U.S. Government export control requirements. To facilitate TerraPower’s export control reviews, you will be asked as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or national, asylee, refugee, or lawful permanent resident of the United States. Government export authorization approval times vary. Based on the business needs for a particular position, TerraPower may not consider a foreign national from a country if it is impracticable to obtain timely Government export approval.

Job details

Salary Range Level 10: $113,605 - $170,408

Salary Range Level 11: $125,257 - $ 208,762

*Typically, our employee salaries are within .90 – 1.0 of the mid-point of the posted salary bands.  Any salary offered within the posted salary band is based on market data and commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.  This range is specific to Washington State.

Benefits:

•    Competitive Compensation

•    Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments

•    Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits for family or individual

o         Vision

o           Dental

o         Life

o         Life and Disability

o         Gender Affirmation Benefits

o       Parental Leave

•    401k Plan

•    Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

o         21 days of annually accrued PTO

•    Generous Holiday Schedule

o         10 paid holidays

•    Relocation Assistance

•    Professional and Educational Support Opportunities

•    Flexible Work Schedule

 TerraPower Career and Benefits information:  https://www.terrapower.com/contact-us/careers/