Jud Simmons

Jud Simmons currently serves as Senior Director of Communications for BWX Technologies, Inc., overseeing strategic communications for the Technical Services Group engaged in environmental cleanup and Nuclear Security Enterprise projects across the United States. With an extensive background in media and public relations, Simmons has held various roles, including Senior Director of Media & Public Relations, where relationships with media in energy, defense, and aerospace were developed to ensure positive coverage. Previous positions include Director of Media & Public Relations, Communications Director, and Public and Governmental Affairs Director at the Y-12 National Security Complex. Simmons began a career at Pantex Plant, advancing from Internal/External Communications Specialist to Management Development & Communications Manager. Educational qualifications include a Master's degree in Advertising & Public Relations from The University of Alabama Graduate School in progress, a Master's degree in Mass Communications from West Texas A&M University, and a Bachelor's degree in Theology from Ambassador University.