Advanced Nuclear, the Official Podcast of UCAN Power 22 - Joe Miller: BWXT's Leading Role in the Nuclear Industry
Oct 20, 2025
Joe Miller, President of Government Operations at BWX Technologies, shares insights from his extensive career in the U.S. Navy nuclear program. The discussion dives into BWXT's pivotal role in naval reactor manufacturing and the innovative Project Pele, highlighting TRISO fuel's advantages and tactical benefits. Miller emphasizes the challenges of workforce development and scaling production to meet increasing nuclear energy demands. He also explores the integration of AI in design processes, showcasing BWXT's commitment to advancing nuclear technologies and ensuring a sustainable energy future.
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Career Shaped By Navy Power School
- Joe Miller describes joining the Navy in 1998 and how power school and submarine duty shaped his career path.
- He used Navy experience to get a degree, work at shipyards, then transition into nuclear industry roles at BWXT.
BWXT's Scale And Government Scope
- BWXT has ~10,000 employees, ~$3B revenue, and millions of square feet of North American manufacturing.
- Government operations covers advanced technologies, naval nuclear manufacturing, and DOE technical services joint ventures.
Naval Reactor Throughput And Footprint
- BWXT manufactures reactors and related components across Tennessee, Virginia, Indiana, and Ohio.
- Their throughput for naval reactors is two to three reactors per year and over 400 delivered historically.