Director of Regional Public Affairs

About Helion

We are a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, with the mission to build the world's first fusion power plant, enabling a future with unlimited clean electricity. Since Helion’s founding in 2013, we have raised over $1 billion from long‑time investors such as Sam Altman, Mithril, and Capricorn Investment Group, as well as new investors Soft Bank and Lightspeed. Our latest prototype, Polaris, is on the path to the world’s first commercial fusion power plant.

Helion seeks a Regional Director of Public Affairs to join our Public Affairs Team. The Director will lead Helion’s policy and engagement strategies for the Pacific Northwest, building relationships with policymakers, Tribal governments, regulators, labor and community leaders to advance next‑generation clean‑energy projects through commercial fusion power delivered at scale.

• Advance state and local legislation and regulatory policies that enable fusion energy at scale.
• Lead stakeholder engagement for Helion’s siting and permitting efforts in the Pacific Northwest.
• Build partnerships with Tribal Nations, community groups, and advocacy organizations in support of fusion energy policies.
• Represent the company in hearings, community meetings, and policy forums.
• Engage Tribal Nations, stakeholders, elected officials, and community groups in advance of permitting and incorporate feedback to inform siting decisions.

• 8+ years in public affairs, government relations, or energy policy.
• Proven experience leading state or local policy making efforts.
• Experience with permitting infrastructure or energy projects a plus.
• Strong communication, relationship management, and coalition‑building skills.
• Willingness to travel frequently throughout the Pacific Northwest to project sites and priority communities.
• Experience with NEPA, SEPA (or comparable state processes), or utility and energy policy is beneficial but not required.

Helion’s budgeted base salary ranges from $134,000 to $183,000 USD. This is an exempt salaried role, and final compensation is determined through a holistic evaluation of experience and qualifications. The compensation package also includes meaningful equity grants and comprehensive benefits as follows:

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

Helion is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know.