Joblaze summary

In this role, the Manager of Generator Operations at Helion will oversee a team of engineers and scientists focused on developing and operating advanced fusion devices to generate electrical power. The position requires a strong background in engineering, particularly in fields like aerospace or nuclear engineering, along with experience in technical leadership and project management. This role is suited for someone with a proven track record of mentoring and leading multidisciplinary teams, as well as hands-on experience in complex testing and diagnostics. Helion's emphasis on urgency and rigorous problem-solving reflects its commitment to pioneering fusion technology.

Joblaze insights

Listed 2 days ago — first seen on Joblaze November 4, 2026. Last confirmed on Helion's careers page November 6, 2026.
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Quick facts

Is the Manager, Generator Operations role remote?: No — this is an on-site role in Everett, WA.
How much experience is required?: At least 8 years of relevant experience for this Manager, Generator Operations role.
Where is the role based?: Helion is hiring for this position in Everett, WA.
What's the tech stack?: Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Systems Engineering, plasma physics.
What seniority level is this role?: Helion targets lead candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?: Full-time for this Manager, Generator Operations role at Helion.

From the original posting

What You Will Be Doing:

You will lead the development of engineers and scientists that will bring the most powerful, controlled pulsed-fusion device ever constructed online, to generate electrical power. As a leader within the Science, Research, and Development team, you will grow and lead a high-performance operating team in the research and development of fusion technology and experiments, control high-energy systems, and design diagnostics for advanced plasma devices. You will report to the Senior Manager of Generator Operations, and this is an onsite role located at our Everett, WA office.

You Will:

Grow and mentor a team of multidisciplinary engineers and scientists

Drive schedule ownership and optimization across the team to accelerate milestone achievement

Collaborate with Engineering, Science, and Production teams to derive system requirements and meet program goals

Lead the team that owns the Control Room and operates our fusion devices.

Lead engineers and scientists in the design and execution of plasma and high-energy experiments

Educate and facilitate work performed by the team on large-scale vacuum systems greater than one meter in diameter

Apply expertise from some of the following fields to support your team’s operation of our plasma machines: plasma physics, integrated testing, or systems engineering.

Mentoring Operators in using critical reasoning to evaluate and improve technical solutions

Required Skills:

B.S. with 8+ years of engineering experience, or M.S. with 4+ years of relevant experience in Aerospace, Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field

3+ years in a technical leadership or management role

Proven ability to mentor engineers and positively impact their career progression

Experience leading multidisciplinary teams with full project ownership

Proven experience designing, building, and operating complex tests with a focus on diagnostics and continuous improvement

Hands-on experience across multiple engineering disciplines

Ability to apply first-principles thinking to solve complex technical problems

Demonstrated ability to rapidly learn new technologies and take ownership of project areas

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for employees and their families
10 Paid holidays, plus company-wide winter break
Up to 5% employer 401(k) match
Annual wellness stipend

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Manager, Generator Operations

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