VP, Regulatory Affairs

The Nuclear Company is the fastest growing startup in the nuclear and energy space creating a never before seen fleet-scale approach to building nuclear reactors. Through its design-once, build-many approach and coalition building across communities, regulators, and financial stakeholders, The Nuclear Company is committed to delivering safe and reliable electricity at the lowest cost, while catalyzing the nuclear industry toward rapid development in America and globally.

About the role: 

The VP of Regulatory Affairs will lead all Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) activities, ensuring The Nuclear Company meets all regulatory requirements for its fleet-scale deployment of AP1000 reactors. This position will be responsible for permitting and licensing activities. Strong relationships will be built with local and federal regulators.   

This role requires a deep understanding of nuclear licensing pathways and the ability to navigate complex regulatory frameworks efficiently. The VP of Regulatory Affairs will be responsible for ensuring regulatory engagement is proactive, not reactive, minimizing delays and expediting licensing approvals. This role will also provide critical input into fleet-level risk management, ensuring compliance strategies are built into every phase of development. The Nuclear Company will focus on heavy engagement with the NRC to implement and pilot key initiatives from the Advance Act. 

Additionally, the VP of Regulatory Affairs will work closely with the VP of Government Affairs to align The Nuclear Company’s regulatory efforts with broader policy and legislative initiatives that support nuclear energy expansion. 

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all NRC licensing and regulatory activities, ensuring The Nuclear Company’s fleet-scale deployment remains in full compliance. 

• Develop a regulatory roadmap that aligns licensing approvals with project construction milestones, minimizing delays. 

• Serve as primary liaison to the NRC. Also partner with government affairs and external affairs to build relationships with Utility Commissions and state regulatory bodies, ensuring strong engagement and communication. 

• Lead the preparation and submission of Construction Permit (CP), Combined License (COL), and Early Site Permit (ESP) applications (as applicable). 

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local nuclear safety regulations, working closely with deployment and technology teams. 

• Oversee the development of safety reports, environmental impact assessments, and risk mitigation strategies. 

• Collaborate with The Nuclear Company’s Legal & Policy & Government Relations teams to influence regulatory frameworks.  

• Monitor regulatory trends ensuring The …