Amentum announces its new Nuclear Center of Excellence will be located in Oak Ridge
It will be led by John Eschenberg, a veteran of the nuclear industry with more than 35 years of experience.
Amentum, a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, announced last week the opening of its new Nuclear Center of Excellence (COE) in Oak Ridge. The announcement had been previewed during the May 2 meeting of the East Tennessee Economic Council and formally announced on May 8.
The Nuclear COE will serve as a strategic hub for nuclear expertise, engineering, and operational excellence, furthering Amentum’s position at the forefront of nuclear solutions needed for large-scale power generation, advanced energy technologies, and strengthening the national security of the United States.
“The Nuclear Center of Excellence exemplifies Amentum’s commitment to enable the resurgence of our nation’s dominance in the rapidly advancing nuclear industry,” said Mark Whitney, President of Energy & Environment for Amentum. “We will leverage our expertise in the Oak Ridge region pulling upon our rich history of innovative solutions for U.S. energy needs and national security.”
The Nuclear COE’s core mission will support the expansion of nuclear power in large and smaller scale capacities while leveraging decades of Amentum’s global experience in the nuclear industry.
The center will assist in the development of innovative technologies fit for the complexity and high standards of nuclear engineering, including artificial intelligence and automation, as well as safety and cybersecurity solutions. Additionally, the center will work closely with government agencies, strengthening partnerships in the public and private sectors to foster collaboration, share expertise, and drive technological breakthroughs. The center will support the maintenance and modernization of nuclear infrastructure to ensure the safe operation of nuclear facilities.
Leading Amentum’s Nuclear Center of Excellence in Oak Ridge is John Eschenberg, a veteran of the nuclear industry with more than 35 years of experience in a variety of highly regulated defense, commercial, and government settings.
Amentum’s Oak Ridge Nuclear Center of Excellence hub underscores the company’s dedication to fostering a safe, sustainable, and secure nuclear future.
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