Senior R&D Technical Project Manager

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. We’re 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 nearly $3 billion in capital, making us the largest and leading private fusion company in the world. 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 R&D Technical Project Manager The R&D Technical Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing one or more technical projects within the CFS R&D division. Projects span all subsystems that make up fusion devices and superconducting magnet systems, targeting SPARC, ARC, and application magnets. What you’ll do Manage a medium to large sized development, manufacturing, R&D, or analysis program to maintain program objectives and hold overall schedules and budget. Own the test planning effort for the program, including test facility identification, test article fabrication, test matrix, data collection and transfer, and risk reduction activities. Work with CFS collaborators to ensure objectives and timelines are communicated and agreed upon, and to predict testing results in a timely manner for testing, manufacturing, operations, and development programs. Coordinate cross‑department communication to maintain the master schedule for the program, manage risk, and elevate concerns when mitigation is not an option. Ask the right questions of the technical team to drive toward a test or test article that maximizes learning in a timely manner for future design efforts. Coordinate with the test facility to plan for data reduction and feedback on testing results promptly. Work with the Open Innovation department at CFS to leverage external government, industry, and academia support for your project(s). Coordinate within the R&D team for resources to support your project(s). Act as a mentor to the R&D engineering team and impart best practices. Work with procurement to ensure accurate, lean system‑level purchases that meet your program’s timelines and keep the learning cycle moving. Grow and lead a team of engineers through the management of and accomplishment of your project’s objectives. Manage R&D engineering consultants associated with your project(s), both internal to CFS and external. Manage relationships with external collaborators, including but not limited to testing facilities, MIT, and U.S. government or international laboratories and facilities as required. What we’re looking for Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or applied science discipline is required. At least 5 years of hands‑on experience as the responsible engineer or technical contributor with direct accountability for delivering complex engineering projects. At least 5+ years of experience managing complex hardware development projects, with a strong engineering background and the ability to contribute to technical discussions, system architecture, and cross‑functional hardware design trade‑offs. Experience using project/product management tools and tracking of projects or products. Experience in system‑level design. Fantastic and clear communication and organizational skills. Resource estimation and projection. Strong time management skills. Self‑motivation and autonomy. Bonus points for Graduate degree in an engineering discipline. Experience applying for and capturing government proposals, and managing the effort with the government PM. Experience with utilizing universities, national laboratories, and outsourced testing and research organizations. Experience managing cross‑functional teams in a matrix environment. Experience using project/product management tools and tracking of project(s), schedules, milestones, tasks, and budgets. A demonstrated history of participation in or leading the delivery of complex engineering or physics projects, preferably bespoke magnets, superconducting. Must‑have Requirements Perform activities such as typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time. Willingness to travel or work required nights, weekends, or on‑call occasionally. Dedication to safety to mitigate industrial hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, and cryogenics. $140,000 - $200,000 a year Benefits Competitive compensation with equity. 13 company‑wide holidays. Flexible vacation days. 10 sick days. Generous parental leave policy. Health, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) with employer matching. Professional growth opportunities. Team‑building activities. #LI-Onsite 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. This role requires compliance with U.S. laws concerning the export of controlled or protected technologies or information (collectively, “Export Control Laws”). Any offer of employment will be contingent on the need for compliance with such Export Control Laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Commonwealth-Fusion-Systems-5