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INTRODUCTION

Nuclear fuel reliability isn't abstract — it powers homes, hospitals, and entire communities. As the Production Quality Manager for GE Vernova's Fuel Component Operations (FCO), you will lead the team that makes sure every component we manufacture meets the highest standards in one of the world's most regulated industries. This is a senior leadership role with real accountability: 15 direct reports, a cross-functional scope, and direct engagement with customers and regulators. If you are energized by building quality cultures, solving complex manufacturing challenges, and leading people who take pride in getting it right, this role was made for you.

This is a fully onsite position.

As a People Leader, you will own the quality function for FCO end-to-end — from strategy to shop floor — while developing the team, the systems, and the culture that sustain it.

• Lead and develop a team of 15 quality professionals, including Quality Control, Inspection, and Quality Records functions — setting direction, building capability, and fostering a strong Nuclear Safety Culture and inclusive, engaged team environment.
• Own the FCO quality strategy and program execution, ensuring all products and processes meet contractual, regulatory, and customer requirements — including US and international nuclear quality obligations.
• Drive continuous improvement by implementing Statistical Process Controls (SPC), Quality at the Source, and mistake-proofing methods; monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and lead effectiveness reviews to drive measurable progress.
• Serve as the primary quality interface for customer and regulatory audits, product and process qualifications, and cross-functional collaboration with operations, engineering, and business teams.
• Champion lean manufacturing principles and participate visibly in lean and observation programs; oversee the ongoing evolution of training, self-assessment, and surveillance programs to maximize workforce capability.
• Manage the quality operating budget in alignment with overall business objectives and P&L (Profit & Loss) priorities.

Who We're Looking For

You are a quality leader who combines technical depth with the ability to build trust — with your team, your customers, and your regulators. You are equally comfortable reviewing a quality procedure and standing in front of a regulatory audit team.

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technical field — or equivalent professional experience in a quality, manufacturing, or nuclear services environment
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in quality, technical, manufacturing, operations, or nuclear services
• Minimum 1 year of supervisory or managerial experience
• Minimum 1 year of relevant industry or military experience in at least one of the following:
• Working within a certified nuclear quality management system
• A Quality Control (QC) or Quality Assurance (QA) role
• Military or industrial experience with equivalent quality oversight responsibilities

A formal education and subsequent Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant science or engineering field is beneficial, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.

Preferred:

• Master's degree in a relevant science or engineering field
• Working knowledge of nuclear quality system requirements, including 10 CFR (Code of Federal Regulations) Part 50 Appendix B, NQA-1 (Nuclear Quality Assurance), and 10 CFR Part 21
• Experience engaging directly with customer or regulatory leadership
• Familiarity with metal forming or machining processes (e.g., tubing mills, cold pilger rolling, milling, drilling, grinding, or EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining))
• Demonstrated experience with data and statistical analysis in a manufacturing context

Why GE Vernova

GE Vernova employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce. Our benefits are designed to reward high performers and help you manage your personal and family needs. A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people — we've created programs that support the way you live and work today. GE Vernova also invests in providing opportunities to grow your career through continued on-the-job learning and development.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $104,600.00 and $174,400.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on July 15, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.