R&D Operational Testing Lead

Commonwealth Fusion Systems; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Fusion Systems in Massachusetts seeks an R&D Operational Testing Lead to spearhead testing procedures for superconducting magnets. This role includes hands-on leadership of a team and maintenance of critical test stands to ensure high efficiency and safety in testing operations.

Ideal candidates have experience in cryogenic systems and possess strong leadership skills. You will significantly contribute to the mission of advancing clean energy solutions through your innovative leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with cryogenic, electrical, high‑vacuum, and chilled water systems.
• Proven track record in test operations and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of operators for daily test operations.
• Perform hands-on maintenance of test stands to ensure operational efficiency.
• Build and repair systems supporting magnet performance verification.

Job description

Join the Power Movement as an R&D Operational Testing Lead

The lead test operator position is an integral part of the CFS team responsible for testing our critical superconducting magnets and maintaining the test stand in which they are tested. You will have the opportunity to work within a fast‑paced, exciting atmosphere to help the team meet the global necessity for clean energy. In this role you will lead a team of operators and perform hands‑on work to prioritize daily shift operations to maintain high throughput in test by executing tests, successfully performing preventative maintenance to ensure the production test stands remain operational, building out new test stand hardware, and seeking out opportunities to continuously improve the efficiency of the test stand operation.

Responsibilities include build, servicing and repair of cryogenic, electrical, high‑vacuum and/or chilled water systems as well as on‑console operation of the test stands in support of magnet performance verification.