November 2025 MSBR Luncheon

Victor Hall is a dedicated public servant with over 20 years of experience regulating the safe use of nuclear technology at the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). He is the Acting Director of the Division of Systems Analysis in the NRC’s Office of Nuclear Regulatory Research. His Division leads the Agency’s work on space nuclear safety, applying the NRC’s rigorous standards to the evaluation of nuclear power and propulsion systems intended for use in space.

He is passionate about innovation and enjoys the challenge of inspiring teams of world-class technical experts to think differently. As the Responsible Artificial Intelligence Official at the NRC, he leads the implementation of the NRC’s Strategic Plan on AI, ensuring the ethical adoption of AI technologies to enhance nuclear safety and security.

Prior to joining NRC’s research arm, Victor was responsible for licensing and overseeing the Vogtle AP1000 nuclear power plant, the first U.S. commercial nuclear power plant to be built in over 30 years. He has also served as a senior nuclear inspector, overseeing a rigorous global supply chain for the nuclear industry. He is also involved in NRC’s international cooperation efforts and draws from his diverse international experience to ensure that the American people benefit from safe and innovative nuclear technologies.

Victor is a graduate of the 2021 White House Leadership Development Program and the 2024 NRC’s Senior Executive Service Candidate Development Program. He holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Maryland, and a French baccalaureate specialized in science and mathematics. He is also a licensed amateur race car driver and high-performance driving instructor.