NewRecruiting Coordinator Valar AtomicsRecruiting CoordinatorTorrance, California$85,000–$100,000 / yearThis role is critical to our ability to scale—ensuring candidates move quickly, interviews run seamlessly, and every interaction reflects the high bar we set for our team. We are a team of builders, engineers, and operators who believe nuclear energy should be fast to deploy, factory-made, and built for the real world.
Senior Technical Recruiter Valar AtomicsSenior Technical RecruiterTorrance, CaliforniaDevelop ideas and strategies to improve the funnel, improve and build equitable interview processes, research and implement new tools, and stay on top of the latest technology trends in the industry as well as competitive market data. This role is central to our ability to build a world-class team—you'll partner directly with hiring managers, shape hiring strategies, and identify exceptional talent in highly competitive and specialized markets.
Flight Operations Generalist IcarusFlight Operations GeneralistEl Segundo, California$90,000–$160,000 / year3+ years of hands-on UAS, RC, or aircraft operations experience, or equivalent military experience as a UAV operator, maintainer, or crew chief. Icarus deliberately optimizes for a high signal (engineers) to noise (management) ratio, where engineering, flight, and execution matter more than process, politics, or management overhead.
Senior Process Engineer Valar AtomicsSenior Process EngineerTorrance, California$144,000–$176,000 / yearValar Atomics is seeking an experienced Senior Process Engineer to lead the design, development, testing, and operation of helium systems supporting next-generation high-temperature gas-cooled reactor (HTGR) technology. As part of the Engineering organization, Mechanical Engineering designs and develops the mechanical systems, components, and equipment that power Valar's advanced nuclear technologies.
Executive Technical Analyst Valar AtomicsExecutive Technical AnalystTorrance, California$110,000–$150,000 / yearThe Executive Technical Analyst serves as a trusted partner to the Chief Nuclear Officer / Chief Technology Officer, providing a unique combination of technical analysis, strategic research, project coordination, and executive support. The Executive Operations team supports senior technical leadership, including the Office of the Chief of Staff and the Chief Nuclear Officer / Chief Technology Officer.
Licensing Project Manager Valar AtomicsLicensing Project ManagerTorrance, California$151,364–$220,000 / yearWorking with the Project Licensing Lead, the Licensing Project Manager coordinates work across licensing engineers, program owners, engineering, and operations; runs the project's tracking systems; and keeps deliverables off the critical path through disciplined workflow management. Develop and maintain the licensing project schedule, including document gestation periods, review-cycle counts, and regulator review durations; integrate with the overall project schedule.
Principal Instrumentation & Control Engineer Valar AtomicsPrincipal Instrumentation & Control EngineerTorrance, California$196,000–$240,000 / yearValar Atomics is seeking Principal Instrumentation & Control Engineers to lead the design, specification, integration, and commissioning of process instrumentation for our advanced high-temperature gas reactor (HTGR) development program and associated thermal test facilities. This role owns the instrumentation architecture for high-temperature, high-pressure helium systems, electric heater systems, turbomachinery, cooling systems, and reactor support equipment.
Senior Nuclear Supplier Quality Engineer Valar AtomicsSenior Nuclear Supplier Quality EngineerTorrance, California$165,000–$225,000 / yearYour two primary CGD responsibilities will be: (1) reviewing and approving all CGD Plans developed or revised by the Procurement Engineering group; and (2) serving as the primary technical point of contact for any CGD procurement that requires a Commercial Grade Survey—a supplier site visit and technical evaluation to verify that the item’s critical characteristics are controlled and acceptable. Familiarity with special process qualification requirements including ASME Section IX welding qualifications, NDE method qualifications, and nuclear-grade material certifications including: Certificates of Conformance, Certificates of Compliance, ASME documentation (e.g., Code Data Reports, Certified Material Test Reports, Certificates of Compliance).
Staff Instrumentation & Controls Engineer – Nuclear Valar AtomicsStaff Instrumentation & Controls Engineer – NuclearTorrance, California$173,000–$211,000 / yearLead design, specification, selection, and integration of neutron detectors (e.g., fission chambers, boron-lined detectors) and associated signal conditioning electronics (wide-range, source range channels). You will serve as a senior technical authority for nuclear instrumentation and controls (I&C) systems with a focus on neutron detection, detector signal processing electronics, and radiation monitoring equipment.
Executive Assistant Valar AtomicsExecutive AssistantTorrance, California$90,000–$130,000 / yearThe team ensures the Office of the Chief of Staff and related executive functions run smoothly, enabling leadership to focus on high-priority technical, strategic, and operational decisions in a fast-paced advanced nuclear environment. The Executive Assistant provides high-level administrative, operational, and logistical support to the Chief of Staff and the Office of Executive Operations.
Supplier Quality Engineer Valar AtomicsSupplier Quality EngineerTorrance, California$100,000–$140,000 / yearIn this role, you will lead supplier qualification frameworks, execute source inspections, facilitate Commercial Grade Dedication (CGD) protocols, and administer corrective and preventive action (CAPA) programs across a technically complex supply chain specializing in nuclear-grade hardware. This position welcomes professionals from highly regulated, technically rigorous sectors, including aerospace, defense, semiconductor fabrication, biomedical engineering, oil and gas, or heavy industrial manufacturing, who excel in high-accountability environments.
NewSenior University Recruiter Valar AtomicsSenior University RecruiterTorrance, CaliforniaThis role will design the full campus recruiting strategy - from target school selection and brand presence through internship and new-grad pipelines - and then run it as a steady-state, scalable function. The ideal candidate has built a university program before, is comfortable operating without a playbook, and can balance long-horizon relationship building with the urgency of near-term technical hiring needs.
Apprentice Instrumentation & Electrical Technician Valar AtomicsApprentice Instrumentation & Electrical TechnicianTorrance, CaliforniaWorking under the direction of experienced IC&E personnel, the apprentice will gain experience across instrumentation, controls, and electrical disciplines while supporting installation, calibration, testing, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting activities. The Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical (IC&E) team supports the installation, commissioning, maintenance, calibration, testing, and troubleshooting of instrumentation, controls, and electrical systems across Valar Atomics facilities and projects.
NewSenior Network Security Engineer Valar AtomicsSenior Network Security EngineerTorrance, CaliforniaThis role focuses heavily on Palo Alto Networks firewall administration, secure remote access via GlobalProtect VPN, cloud connectivity across Azure and AWS, and network access control for wired, wireless, and IoT devices. The ideal candidate combines deep firewall/routing expertise with practical experience securing endpoints, cameras, and IoT devices through certificate-based (TLS/802.1X) authentication.
Maintenance Engineer - Full Time, Nights (Hollywood) Southern California HospitalsMaintenance Engineer - Full Time, Nights (Hollywood)Los Angeles, CAFull timeRequired QualificationsHigh School Diploma or EquivalentOne year previous experience as a maintenance engineer in plant operationsMust be able to read, write and communicate effectively in EnglishAbility to use sound reasoning and judgment to resolve issuesAbility to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workloadMust demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the jobHospital Fire and Life Safety Card (Los Angeles City Employees only)Preferred QualificationsBilingual skillsHVAC CertificationBoiler Operator LicensePrevious hospital plant operations experiencePhysical RequirementsThese are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Standing - ConstantlyWalking - ConstantlySitting - OccasionallyReaching with Hands and Arms - FrequentlyClimb or Balance - OccasionallyStooping, Kneeling, Crouching, or Crawling - OccasionallyTalking - FrequentlyHearing - ConstantlySeeing - ConstantlyPerforming repetitive motions with arms or hands - ConstantlyLifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 10 lbs - ConstantlyLifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 25 lbs - ConstantlyLifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 50 lbs - FrequentlyLifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling greater than 50 lbs - OccasionallyDriving - OccasionallyEssential Job Functions/Major Areas of ResponsibilityThe essential functions below are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned to this position, nor does it restrict the duties which may be assigned to this position if such duties reasonably relate to the position.
Flight Operations Crew Chief IcarusFlight Operations Crew ChiefEl Segundo, California$90,000–$150,000 / yearIcarus deliberately optimizes for a high signal (engineers) to noise (management) ratio, where engineering, flight, and execution matter more than process, politics, or management overhead. We build solar-powered aircraft that fly at 60,000 ft for weeks at a time, delivering persistent, affordable, and scalable presence from this layer of the atmosphere.
NewInstrumentation & Controls Technician Valar AtomicsInstrumentation & Controls TechnicianTorrance, California$45–$65 / hourPrior experience supporting nuclear construction projects, NQA-1 environments, DOE projects, Oil and gas, ASME-related construction activities, or similarly regulated technical programs. This role ensures the safe and efficient operation of equipment by performing routine maintenance and emergency repairs on electrical, instrumentation, and controls systems within a highly regulated environment.
NewArsenal-1 Operations Lead ANDURIL INDUSTRIESArsenal-1 Operations LeadCosta Mesa, CA$146,000–$194,000 / yearOperationalize our Ohio incentives: work cross-functionally with finance and accounting, business lines, talent acquisition, legal, government relations, and external professional services to run operational processes that capture the full value of incentives negotiated with government entities across the United States. A strong communicator across a wide dynamic range - Ability to translate and articulate thoughts clearly and simply across a wide range of roles (working level engineers, finance partners, recruiters, cross functional leadership, and executives).
NewMaintenance Engineer - Full Time, Days (East Los Angeles) Los Angeles Community HospitalsMaintenance Engineer - Full Time, Days (East Los Angeles)Los Angeles, CAFull timeStanding - ConstantlyWalking - ConstantlySitting - OccasionallyReaching with Hands and Arms - FrequentlyClimb or Balance - OccasionallyStooping, Kneeling, Crouching, or Crawling - OccasionallyTalking - FrequentlyHearing - ConstantlySeeing - ConstantlyPerforming repetitive motions with arms or hands - ConstantlyLifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 10 lbs - ConstantlyLifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 25 lbs - ConstantlyLifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 50 lbs - FrequentlyLifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling greater than 50 lbs - OccasionallyDriving - Occasionally Essential Job Functions / Major Areas of ResponsibilityThe essential functions below are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned to this position, nor does it restrict the duties which may be assigned to this position if such duties reasonably relate to the position. Required QualificationsHigh School Diploma or Equivalent One year previous experience as a maintenance engineer in plant operations Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English Ability to use sound reasoning and judgment to resolve issues Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job Hospital Fire and Life Safety Card (Los Angeles City Employees only) Preferred QualificationsBilingual skills HVAC CertificationBoiler Operator License Previous hospital plant operations experience Physical RequirementsThese are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties.
FP&A Manager Valar AtomicsFP&A ManagerTorrance, California$160,000–$185,000 / yearThe right person combines strong financial acumen with analytical rigor, is comfortable partnering with leaders across the organization, and is energized by building scalable planning processes that help a fast-growing company allocate resources effectively, make informed decisions, and achieve its long-term goals. You'll own the budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and management reporting processes, providing the insights and analysis that support strategic decision-making across the business.