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Zeno Power · 2 hours ago

Systems Engineer

Zeno Power is the leading developer of nuclear batteries, seeking a highly motivated Systems Engineer to support the engineering efforts of developing Radioisotope Power System technologies. The role involves coordinating diverse product design teams, managing integration processes, and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements throughout the design lifecycle.

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Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and enforce design processes and tools to support RPS and facility design work, to include tracking and managing design documentation, requirements, and open items
Develop system requirements and specification documents
Coordinate diverse product design, fabrication, and testing teams to develop required design and interface documentation. These teams may be geographically diverse, and a combination of Zeno, National Lab, and subcontractors
Ensure sound Systems Engineering methodology is applied to the design of RPS systems, test equipment, tooling, and integrated systems
Manage integration of design processes across contractors, engineering functions, and system design teams to include design control, design change control, and consistent application of design tools
Verify adherence of regulatory and code requirements through the design process and operations planning
Responsible for monitoring and ensuring design team (to include Zeno organizations, contractors, subcontractors, and National Labs) performance implements and meets technical requirements through the design lifecycle
Assist in schedule planning and technical activity development, as well as ensuring adherence to schedule across groups
Generate and coordinate design package components for key systems including calculations, reports, drawings, and design specifications
Interface with 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 AS 9100Aerospace industry experienceTeam collaborationWritten communicationOral communicationSelf-starter

Required

B.S. or higher in relevant engineering discipline from accredited university, 3+ years relevant experience to system design and integration skills
Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing Systems Engineering design approach, preferably in an aerospace or nuclear regulatory environment
Understanding of configuration management principles, as well as knowledge of design control tools
Experience performing activities under a quality standard (such as NQA-1, AS 9100, or similar)
Proven success in coordinating work across stakeholders at test sites
Self-starter and possess ability to coordinate and contribute to design effort with minimal direction
Capable of meeting deadlines and performing under pressure in an uncertain environment
Demonstrates effectiveness in working independently or collaboratively as part of a team
Must have excellent written and oral communication skills

Preferred

Experience in implementing integrated design of nuclear systems, extreme temperature environments, and radioactive systems desired
Experience in the aerospace and/or nuclear industry is 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
Dog friendly office

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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