Jeff Waksman
Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army for Installations, Energy and Environment, formerly program manager for Project Pele and a leader on military microreactor initiatives; provides technical and programmatic oversight of Janus and related nuclear projects.
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Dec 17, 2024 • 1h 11min
Reactors on Wheels
Jeff Waksman, Program Manager for Project Pele at the Department of Defense, dives into the exciting world of military microreactors. He unpacks the powerful role of reliable energy in modern warfare and the logistics challenges faced by armed forces. Discussing Project Pele, he reveals the complexities of developing transportable nuclear reactors while balancing innovation with safety. Waksman also highlights the historical significance of nuclear power, advocating for its potential to enhance military energy resilience amidst evolving conflicts.
Dec 18, 2025 • 1h 13min
Janus: The Army’s Second Attempt at Fielding Microreactors
Dr. Jeff Waksman, the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army for Installations, Energy and Environment, shares his insights into the Janus microreactor program. He reveals how Janus aims to learn from past failures, using a milestone-based funding approach inspired by SpaceX. Waksman discusses the challenges of fuel logistics, the need for operational flexibility in military contexts, and the ambitious goal of transitioning to scalable production. He also highlights the complexities of regulatory hurdles and supply chain dynamics in reviving military nuclear initiatives.
