Composite Design Technician, Sr.
AeroVironmentSalary not specified
Full Time
Junior (1 to 2 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Nuclear Energy, Clean EnergyIndustries
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Materials Science and Engineering, or in Mechanical, Aeronautical, Nuclear, or Chemical Engineering with a materials science and engineering focus
- Hands-on experimental or testing experience in laboratory or production environments
- 5+ years of experience working in the development, testing, and/or analysis of materials for demanding load cases and environments
- Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as necessary to accomplish our mission
- Must work 100% onsite at El Segundo HQ
Responsibilities
- Develop radiation resistant structural composite materials for Kaleidos and additional nuclear applications
- Plan and execute materials testing of ceramic composite materials to obtain material properties and inform design decisions
- Identify, procure, and operate equipment for composite development and production, materials characterization, and materials testing
- Evaluate data quality and accuracy of material property data for use in company materials database
- Define or improve manufacturing processes of components to achieve desired material properties
Skills
Composites
Ceramic Composites
Radiation Resistant Materials
Materials Testing
Materials Characterization
Manufacturing Processes
Materials Selection
Materials Analysis
Radiant
Develops compact nuclear microreactors for energy
About Radiant
Radiant Nuclear develops compact nuclear microreactors aimed at providing reliable and sustainable energy solutions, especially for remote locations and military applications. Their main product, the Kaleidos microreactor, utilizes a CO2 cycle for energy production, allowing for a smaller and more portable reactor that can be deployed in challenging environments. Radiant differentiates itself from competitors by leveraging expertise from veterans of SpaceX and other high-tech industries, focusing on advanced technology in the nuclear energy market. The company's goal is to transform the nuclear energy sector by commercializing its microreactor technology and securing government contracts, such as those with the Department of Defense, while also seeking partnerships with private sector companies to enhance growth.
El Segundo, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2019Year Founded
$151.5MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Government & Public Sector, EnergyIndustries
51-200Employees
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Stock Options
Unlimited Paid Time Off
One Medical
Risks
Public opposition to nuclear energy may hinder Radiant's market acceptance.
Regulatory delays from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission could impact Radiant's timelines.
Competition from cheaper solar and wind technologies may affect Radiant's market share.
Differentiation
Radiant's Kaleidos microreactor offers zero-emissions power for remote and critical applications.
The company leverages expertise from SpaceX veterans for advanced nuclear technology development.
Radiant's CO2 cycle technology enables compact, efficient, and portable nuclear power solutions.
Upsides
Radiant raised $100M in Series C funding to develop commercial microreactors.
The U.S. Department of Defense awarded Radiant $3.8M for turbomachinery development.
Growing demand for sustainable energy in data centers boosts Radiant's market potential.
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