Amentum is gearing up for a major hiring push in the U.K., announcing plans to create 3,000 jobs over the next four years. The growth is tied to two areas seeing big investments: nuclear power and national defence. With projects like Hinkley Point C and Sizewell C nuclear plants already underway, and new attention on small modular reactors and fusion research, Amentum is positioning itself at the center of the U.K.’s nuclear expansion. The company is also heavily involved in defence work, including support for the Royal Navy’s nuclear submarines and the Atomic Weapons Establishment.
The timing of the announcement underscores the deeper U.S.-U.K. cooperation on energy and security, with both governments pushing for increased nuclear capacity and resilience. Amentum expects to boost its U.K. workforce by 50% and is investing in digital engineering, AI, and automation to improve efficiency in critical infrastructure projects. For workers in science, engineering, and technical fields, this expansion signals new opportunities in sectors that are shaping both national security and the future of energy.
Contract Opportunities: BWX Technologies (BWXT)
BWX Technologies (BWXT) has landed a $1.5 billion contract from the Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) to spearhead a new domestic uranium enrichment program for defense needs. The project centers on building the Domestic Uranium Enrichment Centrifuge Experiment (DUECE) pilot plant in Erwin, TN, which will initially produce low-enriched uranium for defense missions before shifting to highly enriched uranium for naval propulsion. This marks a significant move toward reestablishing U.S. sovereign enrichment capabilities, a critical supply chain for national security.
To support the effort, BWXT has already broken ground on a Centrifuge Manufacturing Development Facility in Oak Ridge, TN, which will feed centrifuges to the pilot plant. The new facility is expected to create about 100 skilled jobs, with more growth likely as operations expand. For BWXT, the award reinforces its long-standing role in the nuclear defense mission, while for the U.S., it represents a key step in ensuring a stable, domestic supply of nuclear materials for both weapons and naval reactors.
Key Employer in the Cleared Industry: ManTech
Our nation’s security depends on our digital defense. MANTECH is actively hiring experienced CNO Developers and CNO Software Engineers to help us protect our most critical assets.
Michelle Taylor, MANTECH Sr Technical Recruiter, is seeking talented, mission-focused individuals who are passionate about developing cutting-edge solutions for Computer Network Operations. If you have a strong background in socket-level programming, reverse engineering, and building robust cyber capabilities, you are a great fit.
Ready to make a real impact on national security? We are Always Advancing our capabilities and our people. Explore our open positions (mantech.com/careers – search keyword: CNO) and join our talent community today: https://mantech.avature.net/MDCO.
SPONSORED CONTENT: This content is written on or behalf of our Sponsor.
Cleared Opportunities
Teledyne FLIR Defense is planting deeper roots in the D.C. defense corridor with the opening of its new “Crystal City Experience Center” in Arlington, VA. Just minutes from the Pentagon, the space is designed to give military customers, government officials, and partners a chance to interact directly with the company’s lineup of drones, robots, sensors, and other technologies. The facility includes offices, a large demonstration area, and conference space to showcase FLIR’s capabilities in real time.
The new office highlights how defense companies are increasingly setting up shop closer to their largest customers. By creating a hands-on environment, Teledyne FLIR aims to strengthen collaboration and speed up adoption of its systems in national security missions. Located along Crystal Drive—already home to a dense cluster of defense primes—the Experience Center positions the company right in the middle of one of the busiest hubs for defense innovation.
