Senior Manager of People Operations at Helion in Everett, WA | USD170,000-195,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

program design

compliance management

team leadership

hr technology

system optimization

data analytics

Own the design and execution of core programs including performance management, engagement, recognition, and total rewards
Oversee compliance, policy, payroll, and benefits with a focus on operational rigor and employee experience
Lead a team of People experts driving programs across the entire employee lifecycle—from onboarding to offboarding
Stay ahead of evolving workforce trends, compliance needs, and HR tech to ensure we’re future-ready
Build and optimize systems, workflows, and processes to support scale, automation, and accuracy
Design and deliver high-impact L&D and manager development initiatives to grow leadership and core capabilities
Use data to evaluate program effectiveness, guide decisions, and iterate quickly
Partner cross-functionally to ensure People programs are aligned, adopted, and drive meaningful impact

Requirements

people ops

hr tech

stakeholder mgmt

data reporting

10+ years

leadership

Proven success leading and scaling people programs in high-growth or startup environments
Skilled in implementing and managing HR tech systems, with a process-oriented and systems-thinking approach
Strong program and stakeholder management skills—able to drive complex, cross-functional initiatives from idea to execution
Experience across multiple areas of People Operations, including compensation, compliance, L&D, total rewards, and more
Experience using data to build reporting infrastructure and improve programs over time
10+ years of experience in the People function, with 3+ years in a leadership role

Benefits

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

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

100M °C

Plasma Temperature

Achieved a plasma temperature of 100 million degrees Celsius, a critical milestone in fusion energy.

$1B

VC Funding

Received over $1 billion in venture capital funding to support their fusion energy research and development.

$5B

Valuation

Valued at over $5 billion in their Series F funding round, reflecting strong investor confidence in their fusion technology.

50 MW

Power Plant

Aiming to deliver a 50 MW fusion-generated electricity plant by 2028, marking a significant step toward commercial fusion energy.

Pursues a bold vision: taming the power of stars on Earth through fusion energy.
Develops magneto-inertial fusion technology, merging plasma at extreme speeds and capturing energy directly.
Pioneers in aneutronic fusion, recycling byproducts to generate helium-3, a sustainable fuel source.
Shifts from lab-scale to industrial-scale fusion with the Polaris device, supported by legal agreements.
Aims for rapid iteration with reactor designs capable of one pulse per second, enabling modular fusion systems.

Culture + Values

Build with urgency
Take ownership
Execute rigorously
Deliver hard truths

Environment + Sustainability

$500M in 2021

Investment Figure

Raised $500 million in 2021 to accelerate the development of their net-electricity target device, Polaris.

100M°C

Plasma Temperature Achievement

Achieved a milestone by heating plasma to 100 million degrees Celsius in June 2021.

500 MWe

Fusion Plant Capacity

Partnered with Nucor to deploy a 500 MWe fusion plant, enabling zero-carbon baseload power for steelmaking.

Committed to generating zero‑carbon electricity from fusion
Pulsed non‑ignition fusion approach avoids steam turbines and cooling towers by direct electricity capture
Supporting right‑sized regulation to enable safe and rapid fusion deployment
Applied for nitrogen‑based fire suppression and borated‑polyethylene shielding for safety and environmental protection

Inclusion & Diversity

3.4/5 Rating

Glassdoor Employee Reviews

Reveals the company's inclusion and diversity initiatives based on employee feedback on Glassdoor.

4.4/5 for Men

Employee Inclusion Score

Indicates the level of inclusivity experienced by male employees.

4.7/5 for Non-disabled

Employee Inclusion Score

Reflects the high level of inclusivity experienced by non-disabled employees.

4.7/5 for Non-veterans

Employee Inclusion Score

Showcases the inclusive environment for employees who are not veterans.

Articles

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Helion | Building the world's first fusion power plant

Role

Description

program design

compliance management

team leadership

hr technology

system optimization

data analytics

Own the design and execution of core programs including performance management, engagement, recognition, and total rewards
Oversee compliance, policy, payroll, and benefits with a focus on operational rigor and employee experience
Lead a team of People experts driving programs across the entire employee lifecycle—from onboarding to offboarding
Stay ahead of evolving workforce trends, compliance needs, and HR tech to ensure we’re future-ready
Build and optimize systems, workflows, and processes to support scale, automation, and accuracy
Design and deliver high-impact L&D and manager development initiatives to grow leadership and core capabilities
Use data to evaluate program effectiveness, guide decisions, and iterate quickly
Partner cross-functionally to ensure People programs are aligned, adopted, and drive meaningful impact

Requirements

people ops

hr tech

stakeholder mgmt

data reporting

10+ years

leadership

Proven success leading and scaling people programs in high-growth or startup environments
Skilled in implementing and managing HR tech systems, with a process-oriented and systems-thinking approach
Strong program and stakeholder management skills—able to drive complex, cross-functional initiatives from idea to execution
Experience across multiple areas of People Operations, including compensation, compliance, L&D, total rewards, and more
Experience using data to build reporting infrastructure and improve programs over time
10+ years of experience in the People function, with 3+ years in a leadership role

Benefits

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

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

100M °C

Plasma Temperature

Achieved a plasma temperature of 100 million degrees Celsius, a critical milestone in fusion energy.

$1B

VC Funding

Received over $1 billion in venture capital funding to support their fusion energy research and development.

$5B

Valuation

Valued at over $5 billion in their Series F funding round, reflecting strong investor confidence in their fusion technology.

50 MW

Power Plant

Aiming to deliver a 50 MW fusion-generated electricity plant by 2028, marking a significant step toward commercial fusion energy.

Pursues a bold vision: taming the power of stars on Earth through fusion energy.
Develops magneto-inertial fusion technology, merging plasma at extreme speeds and capturing energy directly.
Pioneers in aneutronic fusion, recycling byproducts to generate helium-3, a sustainable fuel source.
Shifts from lab-scale to industrial-scale fusion with the Polaris device, supported by legal agreements.
Aims for rapid iteration with reactor designs capable of one pulse per second, enabling modular fusion systems.

Culture + Values

Build with urgency
Take ownership
Execute rigorously
Deliver hard truths

Environment + Sustainability

$500M in 2021

Investment Figure

Raised $500 million in 2021 to accelerate the development of their net-electricity target device, Polaris.

100M°C

Plasma Temperature Achievement

Achieved a milestone by heating plasma to 100 million degrees Celsius in June 2021.

500 MWe

Fusion Plant Capacity

Partnered with Nucor to deploy a 500 MWe fusion plant, enabling zero-carbon baseload power for steelmaking.

Committed to generating zero‑carbon electricity from fusion
Pulsed non‑ignition fusion approach avoids steam turbines and cooling towers by direct electricity capture
Supporting right‑sized regulation to enable safe and rapid fusion deployment
Applied for nitrogen‑based fire suppression and borated‑polyethylene shielding for safety and environmental protection

Inclusion & Diversity

3.4/5 Rating

Glassdoor Employee Reviews

Reveals the company's inclusion and diversity initiatives based on employee feedback on Glassdoor.

4.4/5 for Men

Employee Inclusion Score

Indicates the level of inclusivity experienced by male employees.

4.7/5 for Non-disabled

Employee Inclusion Score

Reflects the high level of inclusivity experienced by non-disabled employees.

4.7/5 for Non-veterans

Employee Inclusion Score

Showcases the inclusive environment for employees who are not veterans.

Articles

Helion announces world’s first fusion energy purchase agreement with Microsoft

Helion Energy Breaks Ground on Site of Its Next‑Generation Fusion Facility in Everett, Washington

Helion | Building the world's first fusion power plant