Senior Manager, Fusion Gas Facility Operations

About Commonwealth Fusion Systems: 

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy.

Combining decades of research, top talent and new technologies, we’re designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future. 

We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised over $2 billion in capital – more than any other fusion energy company in the U.S.

Now we’re looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who’ll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team. 

If that’s you and this role fits, we want to hear from you.

Join the power movement as a Senior Manager, Fusion Gas Facility Operations

The SPARC fuel cycle is nearing completion and preparing to transition from receipt of equipment into a commissioned and operational integrated system. We are looking for a senior manager, experienced in operations of plants (vacuum, gas, biotech, power) to join the team. The senior manager will be responsible for building the fuel cycle operations team to meet the needs of SPARC’s early campaigns and transition into routine operations. The senior manager will report to the Director of Fueling and Tritium Systems and closely partner with the SPARC operations team. The senior manager will be trained to work in a tritium facility with the support of the director and experienced tritium operators on the team. 

What you'll do:

• Responsible for the operations of the SPARC tritium facility: staffing, hiring, budgeting, resourcing
• Accountable for operating procedures, management of hazards, ensuring training is available and completed for all staff
• Communicate with the Operations leads and Director of Fueling and Tritium Systems
• Building a scalable operations team and training program that can train teams on SPARC and scale to ARCs
• Manage the fuel cycle operators and transition SPARC from commissioning to operations.
• Onboard direct reports to the team or integrated product team members to the team
• Give and receive feedback to always continue improving culture and work
• Demonstrate CFS values and coach others on when and how to use those values in decision making
• Challenge assumptions and ensure work meets the appropriate level of rigor
• Hold team accountable to their work plans
• Report up to director, down to team from supervisor meetings, and across as needed to build an integrated culture that can support the successful execution of FUEL operations in support of SPARC

What we’re looking for:

• Bachelors degree or similar experience in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, physical chemistry, applied physics, materials science
• 8+ years of experience in industry with a track record of excellence 
• 2+ years of experience managing a team of operators
• 2+ years of experience running operations or equivalent
• 4+ years of working in management
• Experience working with hazardous fluids/gases
• Understanding of any of the following: vacuum pumps, thermal systems, scrubber systems, electrolyzers, semiconductor gas distribution plant systems, chemistry and analytical systems
• Ability to execute a safety culture with an appropriate assessment of risk and hazard management
• Proficient in writing, reviewing, and approving procedures
• A mindset biased towards efficiency and building a culture of continuous improvement
• Ability to identify and run problems to ground
• Ability to work collaboratively with a broad set of stakeholders
• Care to detail, maintenance of records, and ability to build an organized operations team
• Flexibility and willingness to challenge and be challenged

Bonus points:

• Experience working on tritium systems (will be trained)
• Confluence, JIRA tools
• MS project or equivalent

Essential Requirements:

• Perform extended activities such as stooping, climbing, typing, standing, sitting, etc.
• Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call regularly
• Work in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics
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At CFS, we excel in fast-paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. As we grow, we’re eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges.

We value diversity deeply and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally, regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law.