Page 1
Loading more openings…
You've reached the end of the list.
CMM Operator
Helion · Everett, WA, United States
Pay
$33–43/hr
Setting
On-site
CMM Operator
Location
Everett, WA
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
On-site
Department
Supply Chain
Compensation
$33 – $43 per hour
Overview
Application
About Helion
We are a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, with the mission to build the world's first fusion power plant, enabling a future with unlimited clean electricity. Our vision is a world with clean, reliable, and affordable energy for everyone.
Since Helion's founding in 2013, we have raised $1.5 billion from long-time investors such as Sam Altman, Mithril, and Capricorn Investment Group as well as new investors including Thrive Capital, LightSpeed Venture Capital, SoftBank, and others to propel us forward. Our current prototype, Polaris, has reached record-breaking plasma temperatures of 150 million degrees Celsius (13 keV). Helion is continuing to iterate and on the path to the world's first fusion power plant, Orion.
This is a pivotal time to join Helion. You will tackle real-world challenges with a team that prizes urgency, rigor, ownership, and a commitment to delivering hard truths – values essential to achieving what no one has before. Together, we will change the future of energy, because the world can't wait.
What You Will Be Doing
The CMM Operator is responsible for developing and maintaining Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) inspection programs, performing dimensional inspections on precision-machined components, and ensuring manufactured hardware meets engineering and quality requirements. You will support production and development efforts by creating robust inspection methods, operating metrology equipment, and collaborating closely with machinists, engineers, and build reliability personnel. This is an onsite role that reports directly to our Inspection Supervisor at our Everett, WA office.
You Will
Develop, validate, and maintain CMM inspection programs for new and existing parts using models, engineering drawings, and GD&T requirements
Work closely with NC programmers and Machinists to develop and support in-process inspection plans
Operate CMM equipment to perform first article, in-process, and final inspections of machined parts and assemblies
Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements to ensure accurate inspection methodologies and data validation
Perform manual dimensional inspections using precision measurement equipment such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, indicators, and optical comparators
Generate and review inspection reports, documenting dimensional results and communicating findings to manufacturing and engineering teams
Collaborate with machinists and engineers to resolve dimensional nonconformances and improve manufacturing processes
Support root cause investigations and corrective actions related to dimensional quality issues
Maintain calibration and proper handling of metrology equipment to ensure measurement accuracy and repeatability
Assist in developing inspection plans, quality documentation, and standardized measurement procedures
Required Skills
Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent years of experience
4+ years of experience programming and operating CMM equipment in a manufacturing or machining environment
Experience with CMM programming software (e.g., PC-DMIS, Calypso, or equivalent)
Strong understanding of GD&T and the ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications
Proficiency with manual inspection tools and dimensional metrology techniques
Experience generating inspection reports and communicating results to manufacturing and engineering stakeholders
Ability to collaborate across manufacturing, engineering, and build reliability teams
Frequent standing, walking and movement in a machine shop environment
Regular handling of raw materials, parts, and tooling, including lifting up to 30lbs
#LI-Onsite
Benefits
Our total compensation package includes benefits, including but not limited to:
Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for employees and their families
31 Days of PTO (21 vacation days and 10 sick days)
10 Paid holidays, plus company-wide winter break
Up to 5% employer 401(k) match
Short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance
Paid parental leave and support (up to 16 weeks)
Annual wellness stipend
Helion is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know.
Apply for this Job
Powered by
Privacy PolicySecurityVulnerability Disclosure
Listed by Helion for a position based in the United States. Employers on this board attest they are hiring domestically.
Quality Inspector, Receiving and MRB
Helion · Everett, WA, United States
Pay
$28–42/hr
Setting
On-site
Quality Inspector, Receiving and MRB
Location
Everett, WA
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
On-site
Department
Supply Chain
Compensation
$28 – $42 per hour
Overview
Application
About Helion
We are a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, with the mission to build the world's first fusion power plant, enabling a future with unlimited clean electricity. Our vision is a world with clean, reliable, and affordable energy for everyone.
Since Helion's founding in 2013, we have raised $1.5 billion from long-time investors such as Sam Altman, Mithril, and Capricorn Investment Group as well as new investors including Thrive Capital, LightSpeed Venture Capital, SoftBank, and others to propel us forward. Our current prototype, Polaris, has reached record-breaking plasma temperatures of 150 million degrees Celsius (13 keV). Helion is continuing to iterate and on the path to the world's first fusion power plant, Orion.
This is a pivotal time to join Helion. You will tackle real-world challenges with a team that prizes urgency, rigor, ownership, and a commitment to delivering hard truths – values essential to achieving what no one has before. Together, we will change the future of energy, because the world can't wait.
What You Will Be Doing:
As a Quality Inspector (Receiving & MRB), you'll play a critical role in ensuring that incoming supplier materials and internally manufactured hardware meet Helion's engineering and quality standards before entering production.
You'll perform receiving, first-piece, in-process, and final inspections, verify dimensional and documentation requirements, maintain product traceability, and support the control of nonconforming material through Helion's Material Review Board (MRB) process.
Working closely with Manufacturing, the Machine Shop, Engineering, Receiving, Supplier Quality, Sourcing, and Warehousing, you'll help protect product quality while enabling the efficient flow of material needed to build reliable fusion generators.
This role is responsible for identifying and documenting quality issues, preparing material for MRB review, and executing approved dispositions. Engineering and the Material Review Board retain authority for disposition decisions. This is an onsite role that reports directly to the Inspection Supervisor at our Everett location.
You Will:
Inspect incoming supplier materials and internally manufactured hardware by performing receiving, first-piece, in-process, and final inspections to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and quality requirements
Perform dimensional inspections and maintain traceability by interpreting engineering drawings, using precision measurement tools, documenting inspection results, and verifying material certifications and product records
Control nonconforming material by identifying quality issues, placing material on quality hold, initiating nonconformance records, and preparing documentation for Material Review Board (MRB) review
Support the MRB process by providing inspection data and product history, then executing approved dispositions—including rework, repair, return to supplier, or scrap while recognizing that Engineering and the MRB retain disposition authority
Partner across Manufacturing, Machine Shop, Engineering, Receiving, Supplier Quality, and Sourcing to resolve quality issues, improve inspection processes, and drive continuous improvement throughout manufacturing
Required Qualifications
2+ years of quality inspection experience in manufacturing or another technical production environment
Experience inspecting precision machined or electromechanical components using standard dimensional inspection equipment
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and technical documentation
Experience identifying, documenting, and controlling nonconforming material while maintaining accurate inspection records and traceability
Strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams in a fast-paced environment
#LI-Onsite
Benefits
Our total compensation package includes benefits, including but not limited to:
Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for employees and their families
31 Days of PTO (21 vacation days and 10 sick days)
10 Paid holidays, plus company-wide winter break
Up to 5% employer 401(k) match
Short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance
Paid parental leave and support (up to 16 weeks)
Annual wellness stipend
Helion is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know.
Apply for this Job
Powered by
Privacy PolicySecurityVulnerability Disclosure
Listed by Helion for a position based in the United States. Employers on this board attest they are hiring domestically.
Principal Manufacturing Engineer
Helion · Everett, WA, United States
Pay
$214k–255k
Setting
On-site
Principal Manufacturing Engineer
Location
Everett, WA
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
On-site
Department
Capacitor Manufacturing
Compensation
$214K – $255K
Overview
Application
About Helion
We are a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, with the mission to build the world's first fusion power plant, enabling a future with unlimited clean electricity. Our vision is a world with clean, reliable, and affordable energy for everyone.
Since Helion's founding in 2013, we have raised $1.5 billion from long-time investors such as Sam Altman, Mithril, and Capricorn Investment Group as well as new investors including Thrive Capital, LightSpeed Venture Capital, SoftBank, and others to propel us forward. Our current prototype, Polaris, has reached record-breaking plasma temperatures of 150 million degrees Celsius (13 keV). Helion is continuing to iterate and on the path to the world's first fusion power plant, Orion.
This is a pivotal time to join Helion. You will tackle real-world challenges with a team that prizes urgency, rigor, ownership, and a commitment to delivering hard truths – values essential to achieving what no one has before. Together, we will change the future of energy, because the world can't wait.
What You Will Be Doing:
As a Principal Manufacturing Engineer at Helion, you will define and drive the architecture of our manufacturing systems as we scale from prototype builds to high-volume production. You will own manufacturing system strategy, lead the development of custom equipment and production systems, and serve as a technical authority across Manufacturing, Design, and Production. This role operates in a highly ambiguous, first-of-a-kind environment and requires balancing near-term execution with long-term scalability across future production lines.
This is an onsite role that reports directly to Factory Development Manager at our Everett, WA, office.
You Will:
Define manufacturing system architecture and long-term scalability strategy across production lines and future factory builds
Own and drive large-scale, cross-functional initiatives that shape how Helion designs, builds, and scales manufacturing systems
Lead the development and commissioning of custom, precision manufacturing equipment and integrated production systems
Identify and prioritize high-impact investments across equipment, automation, and factory capabilities to enable step-change improvements in scale
Solve complex, ambiguous manufacturing challenges, making high-leverage technical decisions with company-wide impact
Serve as a technical leader and mentor, influencing engineering direction and elevating execution across teams
Required Skills:
12+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, automation, or production systems, ideally in complex electromechanical environments
Demonstrated ownership of manufacturing systems or production lines from concept through production ramp at scale
Experience defining systems, processes, or architecture in ambiguous, first-of-a-kind environments
Proven track record of leading large, cross-functional engineering initiatives with broad organizational impact
Strong cross-functional leadership across Design Engineering, Production, Supply Chain, and Facilities
Track record of influencing technical direction and mentoring engineers
#LI-Onsite #LI-SA1
Benefits
Our total compensation package includes benefits, including but not limited to:
Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for employees and their families
31 Days of PTO (21 vacation days and 10 sick days)
10 Paid holidays, plus company-wide winter break
Up to 5% employer 401(k) match
Short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance
Paid parental leave and support (up to 16 weeks)
Annual wellness stipend
Helion is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know.
Apply for this Job
Powered by
Privacy PolicySecurityVulnerability Disclosure
Listed by Helion for a position based in the United States. Employers on this board attest they are hiring domestically.
Manager of Multistate Public Affairs
Helion · Everett, WA, United States
Pay
$150k–180k
Setting
Remote
About Helion
We are a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, with the mission to build the world's first fusion power plant, enabling a future with unlimited clean electricity. Our vision is a world with clean, reliable, and affordable energy for everyone.
Since Helion's founding in 2013, we have raised $1.5 billion from long-time investors such as Sam Altman, Mithril, and Capricorn Investment Group as well as new investors including Thrive Capital, LightSpeed Venture Capital, SoftBank, and others to propel us forward. Our current prototype, Polaris, has reached record-breaking plasma temperatures of 150 million degrees Celsius (13 keV). Helion is continuing to iterate and on the path to the world's first fusion power plant, Orion.
This is a pivotal time to join Helion. You will tackle real-world challenges with a team that prizes urgency, rigor, ownership, and a commitment to delivering hard truths – values essential to achieving what no one has before. Together, we will change the future of energy, because the world can't wait.
We’re looking for a Manager of Multistate Public Affairs to join our Public Affairs team. This role will translate Helion’s multistate policy and business priorities into effective engagement with national and multistate organizations, policymakers, and other influential stakeholders. You will build the relationships, partnerships, and external support needed to advance policies that enable fusion energy and manufacturing across the United States.
You will report to the Senior Director of State & Local Affairs and work closely with policy, communications, technical, and project development teams. This role can be based in Everett, Washington; Washington, D.C.; or remotely within the United States and will require regular travel to stakeholder meetings, conferences, and priority states as Helion expands.
You Will:
Build and manage relationships with national and multi-state organizations, industry associations, and advocacy groups
Develop and maintain a stakeholder map across priority states, identifying key influencers and engagement opportunities
Lead strategy and execution for conferences, convenings, and external public affairs and policy forums, including personally managing preparation, participation, and follow-up, to ensure high-impact participation
Coordinate closely with state and regional leads to align stakeholder engagement with project and policy priorities
Partner with internal teams to ensure engagement efforts reinforce Helion’s policy positions and strategic narrative
Represent Helion in meetings, working groups, and external forums, including engagements with senior government officials, national associations, and organizational leaders, to advance company priorities
Required Skills:
7+ years of experience in government affairs, public affairs, policy, or stakeholder engagement
Experience working across multiple states or at the national level with policy, regulatory, or political stakeholders
Proven ability to build and manage relationships with senior external stakeholders and credibly represent an organization in high-level external settings
Strong political judgment and ability to prioritize high-impact engagement opportunities
Excellent presentation, public-speaking, communication and coordination skills across cross-functional teams
Willingness to travel regularly, approximately 25%, to support stakeholder engagement and company priorities
#LI-Onsite #LI-MM1
Benefits
Our total compensation package includes benefits, including but not limited to:
Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for employees and their families
31 Days of PTO (21 vacation days and 10 sick days)
10 Paid holidays, plus company-wide winter break
Up to 5% employer 401(k) match
Short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance
Paid parental leave and support (up to 16 weeks)
Annual wellness stipend
Helion is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know.
Listed by Helion for a position based in the United States. Employers on this board attest they are hiring domestically.
Security Officer
Helion · Everett, WA, United States
Pay
$34–40/hr
Setting
On-site
Security Officer
Location
Everett, WA
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
On-site
Department
Physical Security
Compensation
$34 – $40 per hour • Offers Equity
Overview
Application
About Helion
We are a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, with the mission to build the world's first fusion power plant, enabling a future with unlimited clean electricity. Our vision is a world with clean, reliable, and affordable energy for everyone.
Since Helion's founding in 2013, we have raised $1.5 billion from long-time investors such as Sam Altman, Mithril, and Capricorn Investment Group as well as new investors including Thrive Capital, LightSpeed Venture Capital, SoftBank, and others to propel us forward. Our current prototype, Polaris, has reached record-breaking plasma temperatures of 150 million degrees Celsius (13 keV). Helion is continuing to iterate and on the path to the world's first fusion power plant, Orion.
This is a pivotal time to join Helion. You will tackle real-world challenges with a team that prizes urgency, rigor, ownership, and a commitment to delivering hard truths – values essential to achieving what no one has before. Together, we will change the future of energy, because the world can't wait.
What You Will Be Doing:
Do you thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy exceptional service while keeping people and property safe? We're looking for an unarmed security officer to oversee the security and order of buildings, grounds, and property at Helion. You will patrol assigned areas examining doors, windows, and gates to ensure they are adequately secured. This position reports directly to our Security Supervisor at our Everett, WA headquarters.
You Will:
Patrol and monitor properties to ensure safety and security
Deliver exceptional customer experiences through positive interactions with guests and employees
Enforce site-specific directives with consistency and professionalism
Collaborate with law enforcement and first responders to address incidents effectively
Maintain high visibility and attentiveness to details
Required Skills:
3+ years of high-level security experience
Experience with security-related technology, including access control and CCTV systems
Strong communication with guests and employees
Ability to participate in regular physical activity, including standing, walking, and climbing stairs and inclines
High school diploma or GED
Occasionally lift or carry up to 40 pounds
Stand or walk on different surfaces for up to 12 hours at a time
Ability to support a 12-hour work schedule from 5am to 5pm or 5pm to 5am
#LI-Onsite
Benefits
Our total compensation package includes benefits, including but not limited to:
Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for employees and their families
31 Days of PTO (21 vacation days and 10 sick days)
10 Paid holidays, plus company-wide winter break
Up to 5% employer 401(k) match
Short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance
Paid parental leave and support (up to 16 weeks)
Annual wellness stipend
Helion is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know.
Apply for this Job
Powered by
Privacy PolicySecurityVulnerability Disclosure
Listed by Helion for a position based in the United States. Employers on this board attest they are hiring domestically.
Mechanical Engineer, Vacuum Systems
Helion · Everett, WA, United States
Pay
$182k–214k
Setting
On-site
Mechanical Engineer, Vacuum Systems
Location
Everett, WA
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
On-site
Department
Mechanical Engineering
Compensation
$182K – $214K
Overview
Application
About Helion
We are a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, with the mission to build the world's first fusion power plant, enabling a future with unlimited clean electricity. Our vision is a world with clean, reliable, and affordable energy for everyone.
Since Helion's founding in 2013, we have raised $1.5 billion from long-time investors such as Sam Altman, Mithril, and Capricorn Investment Group as well as new investors including Thrive Capital, LightSpeed Venture Capital, SoftBank, and others to propel us forward. Our current prototype, Polaris, has reached record-breaking plasma temperatures of 150 million degrees Celsius (13 keV). Helion is continuing to iterate and on the path to the world's first fusion power plant, Orion.
This is a pivotal time to join Helion. You will tackle real-world challenges with a team that prizes urgency, rigor, ownership, and a commitment to delivering hard truths – values essential to achieving what no one has before. Together, we will change the future of energy, because the world can't wait.
What You Will Be Doing:
You will own hardware designs for systems related to vacuum systems on Helion's fusion generators. You will solve multidisciplinary engineering problems that are necessary for deploying fusion energy to the world and act as a culture driver on a growing team. You will report to the Senior Manager of Mechanical Engineering, and this is an onsite role located at our Everett, WA office.
You Will:
Own design of novel high-vacuum system for pulsed fusion generator and prototype
Drive system definition from requirements derivation, high-level CONOPs, P&ID and component selection through hardware commissioning
Perform analysis with in-house and out-of-house tools and hold design reviews to gather feedback and iterate to a fully functioning system
Work hands-on alongside experienced technicians to implement your hardware designs
Work cross-functionally to negotiate interfaces with other fusion generator subsystems
Learn from experts to expand your engineering skillset and domain knowledge
Troubleshoot hardware issues as they arise on integrated fusion generators
Required Skills:
Bachelor's degree in engineering
3+ years of professional experience delivering on full-scope engineering projects (including schedule ownership)
Experience applying engineering first-principles and method-based thinking to challenging problems
Hands-on exposure to a variety of engineering disciplines (fluids, mechanical, controls)
Experience using CAD software (e.g. NX, Solidworks)
Benefits
Our total compensation package includes benefits, including but not limited to:
Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for employees and their families
31 Days of PTO (21 vacation days and 10 sick days)
10 Paid holidays, plus company-wide winter break
Up to 5% employer 401(k) match
Short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance
Paid parental leave and support (up to 16 weeks)
Annual wellness stipend
Helion is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know.
Apply for this Job
Powered by
Privacy PolicySecurityVulnerability Disclosure
Listed by Helion for a position based in the United States. Employers on this board attest they are hiring domestically.
Senior Mechanical Engineer, Vacuum Systems
Helion · Everett, WA, United States
Pay
$182k–214k
Setting
On-site
Senior Mechanical Engineer, Vacuum Systems
Location
Everett, WA
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
On-site
Department
Mechanical Engineering
Compensation
$182K – $214K
Overview
Application
About Helion
We are a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, with the mission to build the world's first fusion power plant, enabling a future with unlimited clean electricity. Our vision is a world with clean, reliable, and affordable energy for everyone.
Since Helion's founding in 2013, we have raised $1.5 billion from long-time investors such as Sam Altman, Mithril, and Capricorn Investment Group as well as new investors including Thrive Capital, LightSpeed Venture Capital, SoftBank, and others to propel us forward. Our current prototype, Polaris, has reached record-breaking plasma temperatures of 150 million degrees Celsius (13 keV). Helion is continuing to iterate and on the path to the world's first fusion power plant, Orion.
This is a pivotal time to join Helion. You will tackle real-world challenges with a team that prizes urgency, rigor, ownership, and a commitment to delivering hard truths – values essential to achieving what no one has before. Together, we will change the future of energy, because the world can't wait.
What You Will Be Doing:
You will own hardware designs for systems related to vacuum systems on Helion's fusion generators. You will solve multidisciplinary engineering problems that are necessary for deploying fusion energy to the world and act as a culture driver on a growing team. You will report to the Senior Manager of Mechanical Engineering, and this is an onsite role located at our Everett, WA office.
You Will:
Own design of novel high-vacuum system for pulsed fusion generator and prototype
Drive system definition from requirements derivation, high-level CONOPs, P&ID and component selection through hardware commissioning
Perform analysis with in-house and out-of-house tools and hold design reviews to gather feedback and iterate to a fully functioning system
Work hands-on alongside experienced technicians to implement your hardware designs
Work cross-functionally to negotiate interfaces with other fusion generator subsystems
Learn from experts to expand your engineering skillset and domain knowledge
Troubleshoot hardware issues as they arise on integrated fusion generators
Required Skills:
Bachelor's degree in engineering
5+ years of professional experience delivering on full-scope engineering projects (including schedule ownership)
Experience applying engineering first-principles and method-based thinking to challenging problems
Hands-on exposure to a variety of engineering disciplines (fluids, mechanical, controls)
Experience using CAD software (e.g. NX, Solidworks)
Benefits
Our total compensation package includes benefits, including but not limited to:
Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for employees and their families
31 Days of PTO (21 vacation days and 10 sick days)
10 Paid holidays, plus company-wide winter break
Up to 5% employer 401(k) match
Short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance
Paid parental leave and support (up to 16 weeks)
Annual wellness stipend
Helion is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know.
Apply for this Job
Powered by
Privacy PolicySecurityVulnerability Disclosure
Listed by Helion for a position based in the United States. Employers on this board attest they are hiring domestically.
Mechanical Engineer, Plasma Diagnostics
Helion · Everett, WA, United States
Pay
$140k–180k
Setting
On-site
Job not found
The job you requested was not found.
View all open positions
Powered by
Privacy PolicySecurityVulnerability Disclosure
Listed by Helion for a position based in the United States. Employers on this board attest they are hiring domestically.
Manager, Plasma Diagnostics
Helion · Everett, WA, United States
Pay
$210k–250k
Setting
On-site
Manager, Plasma Diagnostics
Location
Everett, WA
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
On-site
Department
Science
Compensation
$210K – $250K • Offers Equity
Overview
Application
About Helion
We are a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, with the mission to build the world's first fusion power plant, enabling a future with unlimited clean electricity. Our vision is a world with clean, reliable, and affordable energy for everyone.
Since Helion's founding in 2013, we have raised $1.5 billion from long-time investors such as Sam Altman, Mithril, and Capricorn Investment Group as well as new investors including Thrive Capital, LightSpeed Venture Capital, SoftBank, and others to propel us forward. Our current prototype, Polaris, has reached record-breaking plasma temperatures of 150 million degrees Celsius (13 keV). Helion is continuing to iterate and on the path to the world's first fusion power plant, Orion.
This is a pivotal time to join Helion. You will tackle real-world challenges with a team that prizes urgency, rigor, ownership, and a commitment to delivering hard truths – values essential to achieving what no one has before. Together, we will change the future of energy, because the world can't wait.
What You Will Be Doing:
We are looking for a Manager of Plasma Diagnostics to manage experimental diagnostics projects and to lead a team of scientists and engineers in the design, implementation, and testing of devices and technologies aimed at enhancing fusion plasma performance. This is an onsite role that reports directly to the Director of Plasma and Nuclear Science at our Everett, WA office.
You Will:
Lead a team of scientists and engineers working on various projects and initiatives
Present scientific progress updates during internal meetings and conferences
Create the team roadmap taking into consideration how the physics of different subsystems work together to create a strategic vision
Collaborate with other scientists and engineers in the development and testing of experimental instrumentation and procedures
Drive schedule ownership and optimization by team members to accelerate milestones
Drive design, analysis, and process improvements to increase throughput
Required Skills:
Advanced degree in physics or related physical science discipline
5+ years of scientific research experience with 1+ years managing scientists or engineers in research, development, or technology settings
Knowledge of applied plasma physics with hands-on experience in hardware design and development
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing complex interdepartmental projects, including schedule ownership
Benefits
Our total compensation package includes benefits, including but not limited to:
Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for employees and their families
31 Days of PTO (21 vacation days and 10 sick days)
10 Paid holidays, plus company-wide winter break
Up to 5% employer 401(k) match
Short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance
Paid parental leave and support (up to 16 weeks)
Annual wellness stipend
Helion is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know.
Apply for this Job
Powered by
Privacy PolicySecurityVulnerability Disclosure
Listed by Helion for a position based in the United States. Employers on this board attest they are hiring domestically.
Director of Talent Acquisition
Helion · Everett, WA, United States
Pay
$250k–295k
Setting
On-site
Director of Talent Acquisition
Location
Everett, WA
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
On-site
Department
People
Compensation
$250K – $295K
Overview
Application
About Helion
We are a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, with the mission to build the world's first fusion power plant, enabling a future with unlimited clean electricity. Our vision is a world with clean, reliable, and affordable energy for everyone.
Since Helion's founding in 2013, we have raised $1.5 billion from long-time investors such as Sam Altman, Mithril, and Capricorn Investment Group as well as new investors including Thrive Capital, LightSpeed Venture Capital, SoftBank, and others to propel us forward. Our current prototype, Polaris, has reached record-breaking plasma temperatures of 150 million degrees Celsius (13 keV). Helion is continuing to iterate and on the path to the world's first fusion power plant, Orion.
This is a pivotal time to join Helion. You will tackle real-world challenges with a team that prizes urgency, rigor, ownership, and a commitment to delivering hard truths – values essential to achieving what no one has before. Together, we will change the future of energy, because the world can't wait.
What You Will Be Doing:
As the Director of Talent Acquisition, you will define and advance the talent acquisition strategy behind Helion's mission to fully satisfy the world's need for clean, abundant energy. You will lead teams across all industry recruiting efforts - from niche technical roles to business functions and non-exempt populations - as well as executive recruiting, talent sourcing, and talent operations and programs. You will report to the Senior Director of Talent and People Operations. This is an onsite role located at our Everett, WA location.
You Will:
Lead the talent acquisition team across executive recruiting, industry hiring, talent operations, and key talent programs
Own recruiting outcomes for niche technical roles across engineering, materials, nuclear, plasma physics and R&D, in addition to non-exempt hiring for our production and manufacturing teams and business functions
Build scalable recruiting systems, operating rhythms, and performance metrics that enable the organization to hire efficiently as the company grows
Work directly with technical leadership to ensure that Talent operates as a credible, trusted partner to the teams building and operating our fusion generators
Collaborate with Finance on workforce planning - translating growth plans into headcount forecasts, hiring budgets, and hiring capacity across the company
Drive talent branding efforts with Communications that build durable candidate pipelines and position Helion as the employer of choice for top talent
Introduce innovative approaches to attract, engage, and close top technical talent, giving Helion the edge in the most competitive searches
Stay on top of the latest AI tools, building workflows and automations that give every member of the team higher leverage in their work
Required Skills:
12+ years of relevant talent acquisition experience, including 5+ years leading talent teams and experience as a manager of managers
Demonstrated success across multiple hiring domains: niche technical and engineering, production and manufacturing, business, executive, early career, and non-exempt workforce
Expertise in talent operations, directly building systems and processes that enable teams to hire the best talent with urgency and rigor
Highly analytical, with a track record of using funnel data, market intelligence, and hiring metrics to drive decisions and hold the organization accountable to outcomes
Experience developing employer brand and recruitment marketing strategies that measurably strengthen talent pipelines
Proven ability to partner with critical stakeholders (Finance, Communications, People Operations, People Business Partners, etc.) to align hiring plans with business strategy
Experience building and scaling talent acquisition functions in a high-growth startup or rapidly scaling technology company
#LI-Onsite #LI-MT1
Benefits
Our total compensation package includes benefits, including but not limited to:
Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for employees and their families
31 Days of PTO (21 vacation days and 10 sick days)
10 Paid holidays, plus company-wide winter break
Up to 5% employer 401(k) match
Short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance
Paid parental leave and support (up to 16 weeks)
Annual wellness stipend
Helion is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know.
Apply for this Job
Powered by
Privacy PolicySecurityVulnerability Disclosure
Listed by Helion for a position based in the United States. Employers on this board attest they are hiring domestically.
Select a role
The full posting opens here — pay, setting and the full description, without leaving the list.