Consolidated Nuclear Security

As the cornerstone of the Nation’s Nuclear Security Enterprise, Pantex applies unique capabilities to ensure the effectiveness of the U.S. nuclear stockpile in support of the Nation’s nuclear deterrent. We accomplish this through executing nuclear explosive assembly and disassembly, special nuclear material testing and evaluations, and manufacturing and assessing high explosives at our historic site. Consolidated Nuclear Security, LLC (CNS) manages and operates the facility along with the Y-12 National Security Complex in Tennessee under a single contract from the U.S. Department of Energy/NNSA.

The strategic partnership with Thomas Edison State University positions Pantex to strengthen internal pathways for critical skills and hard-to-fill positions. TESU offers competitive degrees in nuclear engineering, homeland security, emergency management and more that can result in upskilling opportunities and open new career pathways for Pantex employees.

Learn more about this partnership: Pantex, TESU Partner to Bolster Talent Pipeline.

Deferred Bill Payment Option


Thomas Edison State University is excited to now offer a deferred bill payment option for CNS/Pantex employees. Deferred bill payment enables employees to enroll in learning opportunities with no upfront costs. This payment option will require the employees to obtain a tuition deferral letter from CNS Pantex and upload the Tuition Deferral Letter at the time of enrolling into their courses or they will be deregistered for nonpayment. Please remember to include your student ID number.

CNS Deferred Billing Letter Template (PDF)

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