Licensed Exam Developer

Position Title: Licensed Exam DeveloperPosition Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting FTE Licensed Exam Developer opportunity.Job Responsibilities:

• Obtain and maintain Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) Certification.
• Develop and manage the Reactor licensing examination program in alignment with NUREG-1021, 10 CFR Part 55, advanced-reactor guidance (e.g., NEI 23-01, DRO-ISG-2301-1, DANU-ISG-2022-05), and all regulatory, accreditation, and QA requirements.
• Design and manage all ILT program assessments using the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT), aligned with task, K/A, and KSA analyses.
• Develops and administers periodic LOCT examinations—both written and simulator—to meet 10 CFR 55.59 requalification requirements.
• Create and maintain reactor-specific Knowledge and Abilities (K/A) frameworks and catalogs, ensuring traceability to plant systems, procedures, design documents, and SAT-based training objectives.
• Develop, update, and validate written examinations, simulator operating tests, JPMs, LOCT examinations, and exam scenarios using validated exam-development methodologies (item analysis, psychometrics, difficulty balancing, and peer review).
• Maintain secure and accurate exam item banks, scenarios, and performance measures with strict confidentiality, version control, documentation standards, and auditable records.
• Collaborate with simulator engineers, instructors, operators, SMEs, and licensing personnel to ensure exam content reflects reactor design features, human-system interface characteristics, operator tasks, and operating expectations.
• Coordinate with NRC examination and review staff to develop, submit, validate, and obtain approval for exam materials and K/A mappings; support audits, inspections, RFIs, and corrective actions.
• Analyze exam results, candidate performance data, operating experience, and feedback to continuously improve exam quality, validity, and integration with the overall SAT-based training and qualification program.
• Remain current on evolving NRC policies, advanced-reactor guidance, and industry best practices for exam development, validation, and program governance.

Job Qualifications:

• Previous NRC Reactor Operator (RO) or Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) license or certification (license preferred); advanced reactor or non LWR experience a plus.
• Certified Nuclear Instructor (INPO) or equivalent, or the ability to obtain certification.
• 5 years of nuclear plant operations and/or operator training
• Strong technical writing and editing skills; ability to translate complex technical concepts into fair, testable items.
• High attention to detail, sound judgment, and commitment to regulatory compliance and exam integrity.
• Effective collaborator with strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Eligibility for work on export-controlled projects (U.S. Citizen, National, or Permanent Resident).
• Travel Required: 0-10%

Performance Expectations:

• ILT and LOCT exams are delivered on schedule, meet regulatory standards, and withstand NRC review.
• Exam content reflects current procedures, plant modifications, and operating experience.
• Operators are well prepared for licensing and demonstrate competence in required knowledge and skills.
• Examination processes maintain full integrity and security; findings from audits and reviews are addressed promptly and effectively. #TerraPro

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, nuclear technology, or a related technical field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience developing licensing or qualification examinations in the nuclear power industry, preferably within a regulated environment.
• Prior experience developing or maintaining a K/A Catalog or similar knowledge and abilities mapping for a nuclear training or licensing program.
• Experience collaborating with NRC staff on exam plan development, validation, or licensing reviews.
• Familiarity with fast reactor systems, sodium coolant behavior, and digital I&C architectures.
• Demonstrated experience developing examinations in accordance with NUREG 1021 and applying SAT, task, and KSA analyses.
• Familiarity with proposed advanced reactor licensing/training guidance (e.g., NEI 23 01, DRO ISG 23011, DANU ISG 2022 05); knowledge of 10 CFR Part 55 and associated NRC processes.
• Demonstrate flexibility and ability to navigate and implement current and future regulator and industry guidance for license examinations to the reactor design while fostering effective open-communication and fostering trust with internal and external stakeholders.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Direct Hire
• Salary Range:$141,385 - $212,079
• Location: Kemmerer, WY
• Export control regulations require candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Legal Permanent Resident, or of a protected person status  

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