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Corporate Development Manager
- Nuclear Fuel Services (Vienna, VA)
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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 (https://www.linkedin.com/company/bwx-technologies/mycompany/?viewAsMember=true) , X (https://twitter.com/BWXT) , Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/BWXTech) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/bwxtechnologies/) .
Welcome to BWXT
We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.
Position Overview:
The Corporate Development Manager supports enterprise-wide growth through mergers and acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and portfolio optimization. This role provides the analytical foundation and strategic insight necessary to drive critical investment and expansion decisions across BWXT’s defense, nuclear, and advanced energy businesses. With deep expertise in financial modeling, valuation, and market analysis, the incumbent plays a central role in identifying growth opportunities, assessing strategic fit, and executing complex transactions that strengthen BWXT’s competitive position. Operating at the intersection of strategy, finance, and operations, this position enables data-driven decision-making that supports BWXT’s long-term vision, national security mission, and shareholder value creation.
Location:
Remote or McLean, VA
Your Day to Day as a Corporate Development Manager:
Strategic Growth & Portfolio Development
+ Support the identification, evaluation, and execution of enterprise-level growth initiatives aligned with BWXT’s strategic objectives.
+ Conduct market and competitive analyses across defense, nuclear, and advanced technology sectors to identify trends, disruptors, and acquisition targets.
+ Partner with business unit leaders to assess strategic fit and long-term value creation potential.
Mergers & Acquisitions
+ Lead detailed financial modeling, valuation, and scenario analyses for prospective acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures.
+ Support all phases of M&A transactions, including target screening, due diligence coordination, transaction structuring, and integration planning.
+ Work cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, HR, Operations, and Engineering to evaluate synergies and ensure alignment with BWXT’s operational and compliance standards.
Financial & Valuation Analysis
+ Develop complex valuation models using DCF, precedent transaction, and comparable company methodologies.
+ Prepare financial forecasts, synergy estimates, and return-on-investment analyses for executive review.
+ Provide data-driven recommendations and financial insights to support capital allocation and investment decisions.
Enterprise Collaboration
+ Serve as a central resource supporting both corporate and business unit leadership in strategic growth planning.
+ Facilitate alignment between Corporate Development, Strategy, and Finance functions on enterprise-level priorities.
+ Maintain a deep understanding of BWXT’s markets, technologies, and program portfolio to ensure strategic coherence across the enterprise.
Executive Reporting & Communication
+ Prepare high-quality presentations, investment memoranda, and strategic briefings for the CEO, CFO, CSO, and Board of Directors.
+ Communicate complex financial and market insights in a clear, concise, and actionable manner for executive audiences.
Required Qualifications:
+ Bachelor’s degree in business administration, or a related field.
+ 10 years of relevant experience in in strategy, corporate development, consulting or general management roles.
+ Expert-level financial modeling and valuation capability.
+ Deep understanding of corporate finance, strategic planning, and transaction structuring.
+ Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
+ Strong analytical, communication and executive stakeholder management skills.
+ Must be a U.S. citizen with no dual citizenship.
+ Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Experience in industrials, manufacturing, government contracting, or nuclear sectors.
+ Master’s degree.
What We Offer:
+ Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
+ Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
+ Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
+ An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
+ The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
+ Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!
Pay: $[[cust_salaryMin]] - $[[cust_salaryMax]]
The base salary range for this position in [[stateProvince]] at the start of employment is expected to be between $[[cust_salaryMin]] and $[[cust_salaryMax]] 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 [email protected].
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