Principal Systems Engineer

About the role

Xcimer Energy leverages decades of research on Inertial Fusion Energy (IFE) combined with groundbreaking new laser architecture. Our mission is to deploy fusion power plants to meet global decarbonization goals as fast as possible. Xcimer has assembled a team of leaders in tough tech, fusion science, and manufacturing with a track record of rapid execution. Supported by leading investors, Xcimer is uniquely positioned to deliver limitless, clean, fusion power to combat climate change. Join us in powering a better world with inertial fusion!

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and oversight to ensure the successful development and implementation of system functionality
• Implement engineering knowledge management strategies and tools to minimize process overhead for engineering teams
• Architect scalable verification and validation frameworks across data dashboards, engineering tools, and Atlassian suite (Confluence & Jira)
• Implement the processes, traceability, and documentation necessary to support defense programs
• Collaborate with program teams, including new development and legacy systems, to identify opportunities for integration and support the development of updated releases
• Carry out systems engineering activities in accordance with tailored system engineering standards and practices
• Drive and coordinate technical decision making
• Conduct risk assessments to ensure risk mitigation plans are developed and implemented
• Act as the negotiator between multiple teams to make sure the holistic system is optimized
• Develop strategies, approaches for specialty engineering (operability, reliability, maintainability, supportability) integration, analysis and verification

Qualifications

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering or other technical field (e.g. mechanical, electrical, chemical, etc.)
• 15+ years of Systems Engineering/Software Engineering experience
• Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and collaborating with stakeholders to drive technical innovation and growth
• Proven experience owning the integrated technical baseline for complex systems through the full Systems Engineering Lifecycle
• Experience working on development programs for large, complex, integrated systems or facilities – preferably from the fusion/energy, aerospace, or space and defense industry
• Strong technical experience in simulation, software, and data analysis, with an understanding of industry trends and emerging technologies
• Fluent with Atlassian suite tools (Confluence, Jira)
• Experience with rapid technology development, integration, and testing
• Great communication skills, ability to work effectively in teams, demonstrated execution and coordination skills
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee of granted asylum

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Basic and supplemental life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Paid parental leave for employees at the time of birth or adoption
• 401(k) with a company match of up to 6%
• Equity, allowing employees to share in the company’s long-term success
• A flexible Paid Time Off (ATO) approach
• Paid sick time
• 13 company-paid holidays
• An annual paid company shutdown

Pay

$201,450 - $237,000 a year

Schedule

This is a full-time, onsite role based at our headquarters in Denver, CO.