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Zeno Power · 2 days ago

Senior Systems Engineer

Zeno Power is the leading developer of nuclear batteries that provide reliable, clean energy in frontier environments. They are seeking a highly motivated Senior Systems Engineer to support the engineering efforts of developing and bringing to market Radioisotope Power System technologies, ensuring sound Systems Engineering methodology is applied to the design of these systems.

AerospaceClean EnergyNuclear
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Responsibilities

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
Track requirements to closure through verification planning and execution
Create integration and test plans to track hardware from procurement through acceptance
Coordinate fabrication, integration, and testing teams while collaborating with Project Managers (PM) and maintaining clear communication with external subcontractors to advance project goals
Engage with Regulatory team to incorporate adherence to regulatory and code requirements through the design process and operations planning
Assist PM in schedule planning and technical activity development, as well as ensuring adherence to timelines
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

Qualification

Systems EngineeringNuclear systems designConfiguration managementQuality standards NQA-1Quality standards AS9100Technical writingProactive approachPressure handlingCollaborationCommunication

Required

B.S. or higher in relevant engineering discipline from accredited university, 5-11+ 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
Experience in implementing integrated design of nuclear systems, extreme temperature environments, and radiological systems desired
Understanding of configuration management principles, as well as knowledge of design control tools
Experience performing activities under a quality standard (such as NQA-1, AS9100, or similar)
Demonstrated success in coordinating work effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Proactive approach to coordinating and contributing to design effort with minimal guidance
Proven ability to perform effectively under pressure and deliver in complex, evolving environments
Demonstrated effectiveness in working independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Must have excellent technical writing and oral communication skills

Preferred

Experience in implementing integrated design of nuclear systems, extreme temperature environments, and radiological systems desired

Benefits

Stock options
Flexible paid time off
401k plan with employer match
16 weeks of paid family leave
Employer HSA contributions
Transit benefits to put toward commuting expenses
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Relocation assistance

Company

Zeno Power

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Zeno is developing next-generation radioisotope power systems that generate carbon-free, resilient power for decades.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$94.87M
Key Investors
NASATribe CapitalTechstars
2025-05-14Series B· $50M
2024-06-15Debt Financing· $8M
2023-07-25Grant· $15M

Leadership Team

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Tyler Bernstein
Co-Founder and CEO
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Jonathan Segal
Co-Founder and COO
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