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Kairos Power

Distinguished Engineer, Reactor Systems

Kairos Power · Remote in the US or at one Kairos Power's existing U.S location

Posted about 3 months ago

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
80 days
Kairos Power's roles stay open a median of 81 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
61% of Kairos Power's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Kairos Power
high
22 stale, 0 reposted of 23 open
Hiring momentum
32 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-23

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Kairos Power's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Kairos Power.

About this role

The Distinguished Engineer for Reactor Systems at Kairos Power will lead technical efforts in reactor system design, integration, and deployment for advanced nuclear technology. This role involves shaping the long-term technical vision and engineering strategy, resolving complex technical challenges, and mentoring engineers across various teams. The position requires collaboration with executive leadership and oversight of engineering standards to ensure safety and performance objectives are met.

Our read on this posting3.6out of 5
benefits
2/5
freshness
1/5
career value
5/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
5/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Kairos Power as an employer.

What you need

  • Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or a related technical discipline
  • 20+ years of progressively increasing technical leadership experience in nuclear reactor design or related engineering environments
  • Demonstrated experience leading major technical scope across complex engineering programs
  • Recognized technical authority with contributions to advanced reactor technology or complex engineered systems

Nice to have

  • Experience working within formal configuration management or quality programs
  • Experience with applicable codes and standards such as ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code
  • Experience participating in or leading formal technical reviews

What you get

  • Competitive compensation packages
  • Medical, dental and vision benefits for employees and their dependents
  • Paid Vacation
  • 401(k) and pre-tax health insurance, dependent care, and commuter benefits (FSA)

Worth weighing

  • Remote work option available, but some travel required (20%)
  • Salary range provided is specific to California; actual salary may vary based on location and other factors
  • Role involves high-level technical authority and influence, which may come with significant responsibility and pressure

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Listed by Kairos Power on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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