What are the responsibilities and job description for the VP, Fusion Island Engineering position at AdAstra?
Job Description
Job Description
About the Company
Our client is leveraging recent breakthroughs in stellarator physics and engineering to create a faster and simpler approach to commercializing fusion energy! They are reinventing the stellarator and are on a mission to create a limitless source of zero emission energy for a sustainable future. The team is comprised of driven, creative, and fun individuals who are passionate about solving complex problems!
This role is based in Kearny, NJ. More company details will be shared during an initial call.
About the Role
Our client is seeking an experienced, organized, and motivated VP Fusion Island Engineering to lead technical engineering and operations. This position will lead an interdisciplinary team to integrate numerous first-of-a-kind technologies while developing scalable processes and procedures. The VP Fusion Island Engineering will be responsible for managing requirements, integration, and interfaces for one of the most consequential and cutting-edge technologies of our generation - fusion energy.
This is a challenging position that requires a high degree of autonomy, and the ideal candidate must be able to move quickly. A proven track record of leading systems engineering, excellent communication skills, and a passion for new technologies and innovation is required.
Responsibilities
- Build and lead a team of engineers and scientists to deliver first of a kind fusion technology project
- Work with leadership to ensure that their integrated stellarator prototype fulfills its mission and aligns with stakeholder requirements
- Drive strategic initiatives and tactical actions that deliver results to improve program cost and schedule performance. Ensure program milestones and performance goals are achieved
- Interface the system design with other areas of the including R&D, project management, procurement, finance & operations, etc.
- Plan and execute a design that proceeds at risk with incomplete information
- Collaborate with R&D teams to transfer know-how and tools developed
Requirements
It’s not necessary to meet all of the skill sets outlined above. Please feel free to send us a note and tell us why you would still be a great fit for this position.
Preferred Experience
Logistical Requirements
This position requires consistent on-site work in Kearny, NJ (NYC metro). This is not a remote position.
Benefit Highlights
Exciting team of professionals at the top of their field to work by your side!
Competitive salaries and employee equity stock options
Comprehensive health benefits (e.g. medical / dental / vision)
Continual professional development opportunities
Open vacation policies
Paid holidays and sick time
Paid parental leave
Financial wellness (e.g. 401k / life and disability insurance)
Diversity and Inclusion
Our client is committed to creating a company of diverse backgrounds and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. By creating a diverse environment, they will bring new ideas and approaches to solving some of the world’s hardest (and most important) problems. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, family or marital status, age, disability, veteran’s status, or any other characteristic protected by law and regulation.
About AdAstra
This position is a direct hire, permanent placement for a client of AdAstra.
AdAstra is building thriving teams within Hard-tech : Space, Climate, and Defense.
Our commitment is to curate and close premier talent for our partners, achieved via specialized technical screening, personalized culture assessment, and high-touch candidate engagement. We are motivated to foster boundless team satisfaction and catalyze innovation for future generations, enabling inconceivable technology from Earth, to the stars.
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