← Back to jobs
Staff Systems Engineer
Posted 2 days ago• Aerospace Engineering
Compensation
$130,000–$200,000/year
Job Description
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. And 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 Staff Systems Engineer
We’re looking for a Systems Engineer to join our R&D team to serve as the primary Systems Engineer for the next generation of thin-film deposition equipment. You will be responsible for the seamless integration and operation of complex machinery, ensuring that mechanical, electrical, and software subsystems work in harmony.
This role requires a unique blend of technical "tool-sense" and program management. You will be the technical authority for critical utility subsystems, the primary troubleshooter during commissioning, and the lead communicator across functional engineering groups (mechanical, electrical, and controls).
This role requires a unique blend of technical "tool-sense" and program management. You will be the technical authority for critical utility subsystems, the primary troubleshooter during commissioning, and the lead communicator across functional engineering groups (mechanical, electrical, and controls).
What you'll do:
What we’re looking for:
Bonus points for:
Must-have requirements:
#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.
Optimize Your Resume for This Job
Get a match score and see exactly which keywords you're missing
Job Details
- Category
- Aerospace Engineering
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Location
- Milpitas, CA
- Posted
- Apr 24, 2026, 01:42 PM
- Listed
- Apr 24, 2026, 02:10 PM
- Compensation
- $130,000 - $200,000 per year
About Commonwealth Fusion Systems
Part of the growing frontier tech ecosystem pushing the edges of what's possible.
More Roles at Commonwealth Fusion Systems
Commonwealth Fusion Systems
Manufacturing
Manufacturing Specialist - Weekend - Second Shift (Fri, Sat, Sun)
Devens, MA$30 - $43/hour Full Time
1 day ago
Manufacturing
1 day agoCommonwealth Fusion Systems
Manufacturing
Manufacturing Specialist - Weekend - First Shift (Fri, Sat, Sun)
Devens, MA$30 - $43/hour Full Time
1 day ago
Manufacturing
1 day agoCommonwealth Fusion Systems
Manufacturing
Manufacturing Specialist - Third Shift
Devens, MA$30 - $43/hour Full Time
1 day ago
Manufacturing
1 day agoCommonwealth Fusion Systems
Technician
Production Technician - Weekend - Second Shift (Fri, Sat, Sun)
Devens, MA$30 - $41/hour Full Time
1 day ago
Technician
1 day agoCommonwealth Fusion Systems
Technician
Production Technician - Weekend - First Shift (Fri, Sat, Sun)
Devens, MA$30 - $41/hour Full Time
1 day ago
Technician
1 day agoSimilar Aerospace Engineering Roles
Cyble
Aerospace Engineering
AI Engineer
Bengaluru, IN₹1500K - ₹3000K Full Time
53 minutes ago
Aerospace Engineering
53 minutes ago
Domu Technology Inc.
Aerospace Engineering
Engineering Manager
San Francisco, CA$180K - $250K Full Time
2 hours ago
Aerospace Engineering
2 hours ago
AthenaHQ
Aerospace Engineering
Growth Engineer
SF, CA$110K - $160K Full Time
11 hours ago
Aerospace Engineering
11 hours agoFound this role interesting?
Staff Systems Engineer
Commonwealth Fusion Systems
Career Guides
Airbus Defence & Space: What Working There Actually Looks Like
Inside guide to Airbus Defence & Space careers: Ariane 6, Eurostar, Orion ESM programs, salary ranges across Europe, Graduate Programme, and hiring process.
Thales Alenia Space Careers: What You Need to Know Before Applying
Inside guide to Thales Alenia Space careers: Galileo, MetOp, SpaceRider programs, salary ranges, locations across France and Italy, hiring process, and work culture.
How to Write a Resume for Space Industry Jobs
Practical guide to writing resumes for aerospace and space jobs: ATS optimization, keywords by role, translating experience from other industries, clearance listing, and cover letters.
