BWXT
BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT) is a publicly traded company based in Lynchburg, Virginia, that specializes in nuclear components, reactors, and fuel for U.S. government applications and commercial nuclear power. Founded in 1867, BWXT has evolved from a general boiler manufacturer to a key provider of nuclear technologies and services. The company designs, engineers, and manufactures precision naval nuclear components and reactors for the U.S. Navy's submarine and aircraft carrier fleet. BWXT also supplies nuclear fuel components, advanced nuclear fuels, and medical radioisotopes. Additionally, it supports environmental site restoration at government nuclear sites and provides technical and management services for complex nuclear facilities. With manufacturing facilities in the U.S. and Canada, BWXT reported approximately $2.5 billion in revenue for fiscal year 2023, serving customers that include the U.S. government, utilities, and power producers both domestically and internationally.
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Headcount trend
BWXT went from 2,323 employees in Jul 2023 to 2,702 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 141 people joined, 55 left.
Headcount data through Jun 2025
Org structure
Headcount by department
Salaries at BWXT
All salaries1 salary profiles in the US
H-1B sponsorship
The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 1 filings.
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BWXT FAQ
How many employees does BWXT have?
BWXT has about 2,702 employees, up 1.5% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.
Does BWXT sponsor H1B visas?
Yes. BWXT filed 1 H1B (LCA) application in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. It was for a IT role.
What is BWXT's revenue per employee?
BWXT makes about $1M in revenue per employee, based on $2.7B annual revenue and 2,702 employees.
How much does BWXT pay?
6figr has 1 salary profile for BWXT in the US, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the BWXT salaries page. See BWXT salaries
Is BWXT a public company?
Yes. BWXT is publicly traded under the ticker BWXT on NASDAQ.
Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.