About the job
Join Helion as a Technical Program Manager in Information Security & Technology
At Helion, we are at the forefront of the fusion power industry, headquartered in Everett, WA. Our mission is to construct the world's first fusion power plant, paving the way for a future filled with unlimited clean energy. We envision a world where clean, reliable, and affordable energy is accessible to all.
Since our inception in 2013, we have secured over $1 billion in funding from esteemed investors such as Sam Altman, Mithril, Capricorn Investment Group, SoftBank, and Lightspeed. Our recent prototype, Trenta, successfully completed 10,000 high-power pulses and achieved plasma temperatures of 100 million degrees Celsius (9 keV). Currently, we are advancing with Polaris, our next prototype, driving us closer to our goal of a fusion power plant.
This is an exciting time to become part of Helion. You will face real-world challenges alongside a dedicated team that values urgency, accountability, and the courage to deliver honest assessments – all vital to achieving unprecedented success in energy innovation.
Your Role:
As the Technical Program Manager for IS&T, you will oversee enterprise-level technical program management for Information Security & Technology. Your collaboration with various business teams—including Manufacturing, Engineering, People Operations, and Science—will be critical in ensuring the effective delivery of technical projects within IS&T. Your responsibilities will include developing and enhancing program governance frameworks, optimizing IS&T operations, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to boost reliability and organizational efficiency. This role is based on-site at our Everett, WA office and reports directly to the Director of IS&T.
Lead the execution of IS&T programs and portfolios, ensuring alignment with business priorities across multiple departments.
Develop and refine TPM governance frameworks including standards, roadmaps, delivery methodologies, and decision-making rituals.
Translate complex technical requirements into actionable roadmaps and measurable outcomes.
Drive planning and implementation across digital platforms, infrastructure, and cloud modernization to enhance data integrity and operational efficiency.
Manage budgets, resources, vendor evaluations, and compliance aspects to ensure transparency, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.
Enhance IT operations and service delivery through effective incident response, change control, release management, and readiness practices.

