Steve Smith
Director, Licensing and Engagement
Antares
Steve Smith is the Licensing Lead at Antares Nuclear, a microreactor developer based in Torrance, CA. A veteran of the Navy's nuclear submarine force, he was previously Chief Operating Officer of advanced reactor developer Transatomic Power, and the Antares reactor is the sixth reactor design that he has either operated, maintained or helped design over the course of his career. His background includes overseeing commercial operations at cutting-edge technology firms, advising deep-tech startups, and serving as a trusted subject matter expert for stakeholders across the advanced nuclear industry. He holds an MS in Engineering Management from Old Dominion University and an MBA from Harvard Business School.
