Alex Bilibin
About Alex Bilibin
Alex Bilibin is a Simulator Instructor at Amentum with over twenty years of experience in high-stress environments, including significant roles in the US Navy. His background encompasses various positions related to nuclear operations and engineering, demonstrating strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
Work at Amentum
Alex Bilibin has been employed at Amentum as a Simulator Instructor since 2023. In this role, he operates in a hybrid work environment based in Richland, Washington. His responsibilities include training personnel in simulation techniques and ensuring effective learning outcomes. This position marks his transition to a civilian role after a lengthy career in the U.S. Navy.
Experience in the US Navy
Bilibin has over twenty years of experience in the U.S. Navy, where he held various positions. He served as a Propulsion Plant Drill Team Coordinator on the USS Nimitz from 2018 to 2019 and as Reactor Room Leading Chief from 2019 to 2020. His earlier roles included Reactor Room Operator/Work Center Supervisor on the USS Carl Vinson and Nuclear Test Equipment Specialist in Pearl Harbor. He also worked as an Assistant Lead Instructor in San Diego from 2020 to 2023.
Education and Expertise
Alex Bilibin has a strong educational background in nuclear energy and engineering. He studied at Thomas Edison State University, achieving a degree in Nuclear Energy Engineering Technology over a span of 12 years. He also completed various military training programs, including the Naval Nuclear Planner School and Nuclear Field Power School, where he gained knowledge in nuclear theory and operations.
Leadership and Problem Solving Skills
Bilibin possesses a comprehensive background in leadership and problem-solving, particularly in high-stress environments. His experience includes emergency response planning and execution, which is critical in the engineering industry. He has demonstrated a proven ability to combine project management with leadership qualities to enhance organizational effectiveness.
Nuclear Training and Certifications
Bilibin's training includes extensive nuclear education and certifications. He completed the Nuclear Operator training at the Naval Nuclear Power Training Unit and achieved qualifications as a Machinist Mate at Nuclear Field A School. His education and training have equipped him with the skills necessary to manage complex nuclear operations and safety protocols.