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Aalo Atomics is pioneering factory-fabricated microreactors to deliver affordable, scalable, and reliable nuclear power. The company is based in Austin, TX and is rapidly growing as it works to deploy the world's first fleet of advanced microreactors.
As a Field Operations Specialist, you will serve as the primary coordinator for the Field Operations Department, supporting the Field Operations Manager in day-to-day management of departmental activities. You will provide the administrative, technical, and operational backbone that keeps projects, personnel, training, and field activities coordinated while maintaining clear communication across engineering, licensing, operations, and testing organizations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the Field Operations Manager with daily operations, planning, scheduling, and coordination of the Field Operations Department
- Coordinate personnel assignments, travel, logistics, and resources to support field operations projects
- Serve as liaison between Field Operations and engineering organizations, keeping field teams informed of design changes, project priorities, and technical decisions
- Maintain and track employee certifications, qualifications, and training records to ensure compliance and operational readiness
- Coordinate, schedule, and administer required technical training programs, including Radiation Worker Training (including proctoring written examinations), Heavy Equipment Operator Training, Criticality Safety Training, and Fissile Material Handler Training
- Assist in developing and maintaining Field Operations procedures, work instructions, training programs, and readiness initiatives
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure field activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements
- Support the Field Operations Manager with departmental reporting, planning, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives
This role is ideal for an organized, proactive operator who thrives at the center of a fast-moving team. You will work in office, factory-floor, and field environments alongside engineers, technicians, and operators.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, business, or operations-related field, OR equivalent hands-on operations, coordination, or program-support experience
- Strong organizational, scheduling, and communication skills with ability to coordinate across multiple technical teams
- Ability to track and manage certifications, qualifications, records, and training compliance
- Strong ownership mindset; comfortable working with ambiguity and shifting priorities in a fast-iterating environment
- Air-travel-compliant form of ID and valid Driver's License
- Must be based in the United States and willing to work on-site in Austin, TX
- U.S. Citizen or U.S. Person in compliance with 10 CFR Part 810
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand or walk for extended periods while wearing PPE when on the floor or in the field
Preferred Experience:
- Experience in nuclear, aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability regulated industries
- Familiarity with training administration and proctoring
- Exposure to regulatory or licensing processes, PRA, or nuclear QA requirements
- Experience coordinating field, manufacturing, or construction operations
- Familiarity with sodium testing, thermal hydraulics, or materials science
- Proficiency with scheduling, records management, and collaboration tools
