Metrology Technician

We are a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, with the mission to build the world's first fusion power plant, enabling a future with unlimited clean electricity. Our vision is a world with clean, reliable, and affordable energy for everyone.

Since Helion's founding in 2013, we have raised over $1 billion from long-time investors such as Sam Altman, Mithril, and Capricorn Investment Group as well as new investors SoftBank and Lightspeed to propel us forward. Our last prototype, Trenta, completed 10,000 high-power pulses and reached plasma temperatures of 100 million degrees Celsius (9 keV). We are now operating Polaris, our next prototype on the path to the world's first fusion power plant.

This is a pivotal time to join Helion. You will tackle real-world challenges with a team that prizes urgency, rigor, ownership, and a commitment to delivering hard truths - values essential to achieving what no one has before. Together, we will change the future of energy, because the world can't wait.

What You Will Be Doing

We are seeking a Metrology Technician to support the precision alignment and dimensional inspection of high-performance components used in fusion generators and subscale plasma devices. This role is critical to ensure the mechanical accuracy and alignment of complex assemblies used in advanced energy systems. The technician will support mechanical alignments, perform dimensional inspections for purposes of quality control, and compile & maintain documentation of parts and systems throughout the fabrication and assembly lifecycle. This is an onsite role and reports directly to our Senior Metrologist at our Everett, WA office.

You Will

• Perform alignments and dimensional inspections of mechanical components using high-precision digital inspection tools such as laser trackers, laser scanners, measurement arms, and traditional measurement tools (calipers, micrometers or similar)
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to interpret engineering data sets
• Maintain accurate and traceable alignment and inspection reports
• Assist in developing and refining alignment and inspection procedures for new systems and prototypes
• Ensure proper calibration, care, and use of metrology tools and equipment

Required Skills

• 2+ years of integration technician experience or similar experience in an industrial manufacturing environment
• Experience with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and 3D CAD models
• Experience with Laser Trackers, 3D Laser scanners, CMMs and/or other portable/stationary coordinate measurement systems
• Familiarity with Spatial Analyzer (SA) computer aided measurement software or similar CAM software (ex: Verisurf, Polyworks, Metrologic)
• Hands-on experience aligning mechanical systems
• Understanding of coordinate systems and basic mathematical concepts
• Be able to squat, reach, climb, and stand for extended periods, and lift up to 50lbs

Total Compensation and Benefits

Helion's compensation package includes a competitively benchmarked base salary, meaningful equity grants, and comprehensive benefits. Final compensation is determined through a holistic evaluation of your experience, qualifications, and our commitment to internal equity - ensuring fairness and transparency across our teams. We are committed to fostering a fair and equitable environment in every aspect of our operations, including compensation.

This is a non-exempt hourly role.

Hourly Pay Rate

$32 - $40 USD

Benefits

Our total compensation package includes benefits, including but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for employees and their families
• 31 Days of PTO (21 vacation days and 10 sick days)
• 10 Paid holidays, plus company-wide winter break
• Up to 5% employer 401(k) match
• Short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance
• Paid parental leave and support (up to 16 weeks)
• Annual wellness stipend

Helion is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know.