HERCULES Proposal Submission Form

Helion • Everett, WA

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About The Position

Helion's external funding initiative, HERCULES, supports research that develops the materials and technologies required to scale fusion energy from initial power plants to global deployment. With over $17M in funding committed through 2028, HERCULES will support partner-driven projects across three phases. Phase 1 offers $10,000 - $100,000 over 6-8 months, Phase 2 offers $100,000 - $500,000 over 12-24 months, and Phase 3 offers $1,000,000 - $2,000,000 to establish a University Center of Excellence. Research topics in materials science, nuclear engineering, fuel cycle, plasma physics, and pulsed power are listed on the website. Proposals are reviewed year-round, with priority given to those received by January 5, 2026. To apply, complete the application questions and submit your proposal in PDF format, limited to four pages. Proposals should include your team’s capabilities and expertise, statement of work, list of personnel and institutions involved, deliverables and funding breakdown, and overall project schedule. This is an opportunity to collaborate with Helion on the mission to deliver fusion energy.

Requirements

• Proposals must be in PDF format.
• Proposals must be limited to four pages.
• Include team's capabilities and expertise.
• Include statement of work.
• Include list of personnel and institutions involved.
• Include deliverables and funding breakdown.
• Include overall project schedule.

Nice To Haves

• Proposals received by January 5, 2026, will be given priority.

Responsibilities

• Complete the application questions and submit your proposal in PDF format.
• Ensure proposals are in PDF format and limited to four pages.
• Include team's capabilities and expertise in the proposal.
• Provide a statement of work.
• List personnel and institutions involved.
• Detail deliverables and funding breakdown.
• Outline the overall project schedule.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for employees and their families
• 31 Days of PTO (21 vacation days and 10 sick days)
• 10 Paid holidays, plus 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

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed