Dr. Everet H. Beckner Legacy Award

TechSource Inc. and the National Nuclear Museum are deeply honored to present the Dr. Everet H. Beckner Legacy Award, with the late Dr. Beckner as its distinguished inaugural recipient.

The award shines a spotlight on the critical roles individuals have played over their careers in ensuring peace, preventing conflict, and safeguarding the safety of nations around the globe. Created in alignment with the core values and missions of TechSource Inc. and the National Nuclear Museum, this lifetime achievement award stands as a testament to the profound and lasting impact of their contributions in shaping a safer, more secure future for humanity.

Dr. Beckner was a leader and visionary whose groundbreaking contributions left an indelible mark on the Nuclear Security Enterprise (NSE) and the field of national security. This prestigious award celebrates individuals who, like Dr. Beckner, have dedicated their lives to advancing transformative strategies, pioneering technologies, and forward-thinking policies that strengthen global stability, drive nuclear deterrence, and protect national security. The award is named for Dr. Beckner as he is the inaugural recipient.

About Dr. Everet H. Beckner

Dr. Everet H. Beckner was a former Deputy Administrator of the Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), where he directed the Stockpile Stewardship Program and twice served in the DP-1/NA-10 role, demonstrating unwavering dedication to mission delivery. He played a pivotal role in consulting on major structural redirections and championed mission-critical initiatives such as PITS in 2017 and workforce priorities in 2021. Having served in senior leadership roles at Lockheed Martin and Sandia National Laboratories, Dr. Beckner focused on defense, energy, and waste management programs. A physicist with a Ph.D. from Rice University, he was a fellow of the American Physical Society and a member of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.

Awardees 2025: Dr. Everett Beckner – Honored Posthumously

The inaugural Dr. Everet H. Beckner Legacy Award was bestowed upon Dr. Beckner, recognizing his extraordinary and enduring impact on the NSE and national security. His son, Dr. Gregory Beckner, accepted this distinguished honor on his behalf during the VIP Awards Reception at the American Museum of Science and Energy in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, on October 20, 2025, as part of National Science Week.

Dr. Beckner’s unwavering dedication to advancing innovative strategies, transformative technologies, and visionary policies not only redefined the field of nuclear deterrence but also fortified the very foundation of global stability. His legacy continues to inspire and shape the future of national and international security.