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.
Join Our Dynamic Team at BWXT as a Corporate Operational Excellence (OpEx) Black Belt!
Are you ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact? BWXT is seeking an exceptional Corporate Operational Excellence Black Belt to join our innovative team in Lynchburg, VA.
At BWXT, we are on the lookout for a passionate Lean Six Sigma Black Belt to drive a culture of continuous improvement across our corporate salaried support organizations, including Finance & Accounting, Human Resources, Supply Chain, Contracts, Corporate Affairs, IT, Legal & Compliance, Regulatory Affairs, and EHS & Security.
What Makes This Role Exciting
As the Corporate OpEx Black Belt, you will lead high‑impact, cross‑functional initiatives that improve business processes, reduce waste, and elevate operational performance using Lean Six Sigma methodologies. You will partner with leadership to advance the OpEx roadmap and deliver measurable financial and operational results across the enterprise.
Why LSSBB Professionals with Hands‑On Project Experience Thrive Here
This role is an outstanding fit for Lean Six Sigma Black Belts who earned their belts by completing projects within their company(ies). Your practical, in‑house project experience means you know how to:
- Navigate real‑world constraints and complex stakeholder dynamics.
- Build buy‑in across corporate functions.
- Use data to validate solutions and sustain improvements.
- Translate tool proficiency into tangible KPI improvements and standardized ways of working.
Your credibility as a practitioner—rather than just a classroom learner—makes you uniquely effective in driving enterprise‑level results at BWXT.
Essential Functions / Responsibilities
- Spot Opportunities for Growth: Dive into the value stream to identify improvement opportunities aligned with BWXT’s KPIs and strategic objectives.
- Project Leadership (DMAIC): Lead and execute complex, cross‑functional process‑improvement projects that deliver quantifiable financial and operational gains.
- Lead Kaizen Events: Assemble teams, facilitate engaging Process Kaizen events, and document outcomes to drive meaningful enhancements and sustainment.
- Define & Clarify Value: Partner with functional leaders to define customer value and increase effectiveness across the organization.
- Visualize Success: Use Value Stream Mapping and Process Mapping to distinguish between Value‑Add (VA) and Non‑Value‑Add (NVA) activities.
- Eliminate Waste: Collaborate across all levels to systematically identify and remove waste using visual management, 5S, and standard work principles.
- Data‑Driven Problem Solving: Perform advanced statistical analysis (e.g., Minitab, hypothesis testing, regression) to identify root causes and validate solutions.
- Mentorship & Training: Coach Green/Yellow Belts and project teams; assist in developing and delivering Kaizen and Lean Six Sigma training to build internal capability.
- Strategic Alignment: Support the organizational OpEx strategy, ensure consistent deployment, and promote standardization and operational discipline across corporate functions.
Required Qualifications
- Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in continuous improvement.
- Lean Six Sigma Proficiency: Black Belt certification required (e.g., ASQ, IASSC).
- Leadership & Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrated potential for leadership and the ability to build effective cross‑functional relationships.
- Proactive Implementer: Comfortable managing multiple Kaizen events simultaneously and delivering within deadlines.
- Problem Solving with Ease: Ability to lead teams through challenging situations and propose impactful, data‑supported improvements.
- On‑Site Role: Preference to work at our Lynchburg corporate office; other options considered case‑by‑case.
What We Offer
- A vibrant work culture that values creativity and innovation
- Professional development and advancement opportunities
- The chance to lead transformative improvements across the organization
- A flexible 9/80 work week
- Competitive, market‑leading pay
- Generous PTO and winter holiday shutdown
- Educational refund plan
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Service‑based retirement contributions with an additional 401(k) match
Why Join Us
By stepping into the Corporate OpEx Black Belt role, you’ll enhance your career while contributing to a culture that values improvement and innovation. You’ll collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering high‑quality nuclear operations—and you’ll see your work make a measurable difference.
Exciting Challenges Await!
If you’re passionate about continuous improvement and ready to make a real impact, apply today and help shape the future of operational excellence at BWXT.
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Pay: $65,000 - $103,000
The base salary range for this position in Virginia (US-VA) at the start of employment is expected to be between $65,000 and $103,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to 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 base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual 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.
Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Position requires U.S. citizenship with (no dual citizenship) ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test and previous employment reference verifications.
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.
