Zeno Power

Senior/Principal Systems Engineer

Seattle, WA · Principal

Sponsorship not specified$145k-$185kDetected 5 days ago

ProcurementSystems EngineeringPower ElectronicsCommunicationWriting

About the role

Company Overview Zeno Power is the leading developer of nuclear batteries - compact power systems that provide reliable, clean energy in frontier environments.
To bring this technology to market by 2027, Zeno is seeking out purpose-driven and innovative professionals who are comfortable working in a startup environment.

Develop and manage system, subsystem, and component requirements.
Create and manage system artifacts such as Concepts of Operations (ConOps), Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and additional design specification documents.
Develop, implement, and enforce design processes and tools to support system design work, to include tracking and managing design documentation, requirements, and open items.
Ensure sound Systems Engineering methodology is applied to the design of RPS systems, test equipment, tooling, and integrated systems.
Create integration and test plans to track hardware from procurement through acceptance.
Engage with Regulatory team to incorporate adherence to regulatory and code requirements through the design process and operations planning.
Perform trade studies to objectively select concepts throughout the project lifecycle.
Align engineering and project personnel to identify and develop design information and specify system design and performance criteria.
Key Qualifications and Skills B.S. or higher in relevant engineering discipline from accredited university, 7+ years relevant experience to system design and integration skills.
Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing Systems Engineering design approach, preferably in an aerospace, maritime, or nuclear regulatory environment.

Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 15 pounds Repetitive work: Prolonged Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work
Travel is required, <10%
Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 15 pounds
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
Export Control Applicants for employment at Zeno Power must be a U.S. person.
Must have excellent technical writing and oral communication skills.

By harnessing the heat from radioisotopes, Zeno's batteries power critical missions on Earth, in space, and at sea.

Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hrs./day Compensation and Benefits The anticipated salary band for this position is $145,000 - $185,000.
Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others.

Demonstrated effectiveness in working independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

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