Yes it is.
When properly managed, it can be a powerful tool while other safer alternatives become less reliant on precious minerals and improve their recycling story.
The US Navy has never had a major nuclear accident for a reason.
The US Navy has never had a major nuclear accident for a reason.
The Air Force, on the other hand: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1966_Palomares_B-52_crash
Jokes and gentle jabs apart I am all for exploring the option of SMR and set things up with the Navy's assistance or the government's military forces (also through knowledge transfer if needed and/or career paths, etc.). À la Star Trek.