Xcimer Energy Corporation
Systems Engineer
TLDR
Define requirements and manage complex system interfaces for fusion energy systems while leading verification and validation efforts to positively impact the future of energy.
Responsibilities
Carry out systems engineering activities in accordance with tailored system engineering standards and practices.
Develop, manage and allocate systems requirements & interfaces
Manage and execute gated design and operational reviews including PDR and CDR
Drive and coordinate technical decision making
Conduct risk assessments and ensure risk mitigation plans are developed and implemented
Develop, review, and assess verification artifacts
Act as the negotiator between multiple teams to ensure the system is holistically optimized
Develop strategies & approaches for specialty engineering (operability, reliability, maintainability, supportability) integration, analysis and verification
Qualifications
Education: Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering or other technical field (e.g. mechanical, electrical, systems, etc.)
Experience: 5+ years of Systems Engineering experience working on development programs for large, complex, integrated systems – preferably from the fusion, aerospace, or space and defense industry
Proficiency in executing at least two of the following SE activities:
Requirements Development; Architectural Design; Interface Management; V&V; System Analysis; Risk Management; Configuration Management
Experience with systems engineering tools (Jira, Confluence, Flow, Teamcenter)
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.
Desired
Experience with high energy laser systems, optics or fusion energy systems
INCOSE ASEP or CSEP certification
Risk and Opportunity Management experience
Basic project management skills including labor estimating and schedule management
Demonstrated configuration management experience
Demonstrated Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) experience
Equal Employment Opportunity
Xcimer Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Xcimer Energy hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Xcimer Energy will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here and here.
Benefits
Xcimer offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee health, well-being, and long-term success. Benefits include 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; and a 401(k) with a company match of up to 6%. Eligible employees also receive equity, allowing them to share in the company’s long-term success.
Xcimer operates under a flexible Paid Time Off (ATO) approach. Rather than a fixed number of vacation days, employees are trusted to take the time they need to rest and recharge while meeting the expectations of their role and team. In addition, employees receive paid sick time, 13 company-paid holidays, and an annual paid company shutdown. Benefits are available to regular employees, including part-time and fixed-term roles, as well as interns, with eligibility varying by benefit.
Xcimer Energy Corporation develops advanced Inertial Fusion Energy technology powered by innovative laser systems. Our focus is on building fusion power plants that accelerate the transition to clean energy, enabling a sustainable future for the planet.
Systems Engineer