Principal Digital Identity Engineer

The Nuclear Company is the fastest growing startup in the nuclear and energy space creating a never before seen fleet-scale approach to building nuclear reactors. Through its design-once, build-many approach and coalition building across communities, regulators, and financial stakeholders, The Nuclear Company is committed to delivering safe and reliable electricity at the lowest cost, while catalyzing the nuclear industry toward rapid development in America and globally.

Principal Anti-Drone Engineer

Position Overview

As a Principal Anti-Drone Engineer at The Nuclear Company, you will lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS) to protect mission-critical nuclear infrastructure from drone threats. This senior technical leadership role combines expertise in RF detection, electronic warfare, sensor fusion, and physical security systems to build comprehensive anti-drone defense capabilities for Nuclear OS and fleet-scale nuclear power plant operations. You'll work at the intersection of emerging security technologies and nuclear facility protection, helping to establish industry-leading standards for counter-drone systems in the nuclear sector.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & System Architecture

• Design and implement comprehensive counter-drone detection, tracking, and mitigation systems for nuclear construction sites and operational facilities
• Develop multi-layered defense strategies employing diverse and mutually-supporting tools, technologies, and processes for timely detection, protection, and response to drone threats
• Lead the integration of passive 3D detection, RF spectrum analysis, radar systems, and optical tracking technologies for 360° coverage
• Architect sensor fusion systems that combine multiple detection modalities to identify and classify drone threats with high confidence
• Provide expert technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and cross-functional security teams

Detection & Countermeasure Development

Regulatory Compliance & Security Integration

Electromagnetic Compatibility & Safety

Threat Assessment & Response

Project Leadership & Innovation

Required Qualifications

Education

Experience

Technical Skills

Security & Compliance

Preferred Qualifications

Why This Role Matters

As Principal Anti-Drone Engineer at TNC, you'll be at the forefront of protecting the next generation of nuclear power plants from emerging aerial threats. Your work will directly contribute to ensuring the safety and security of nuclear facilities that will help address global climate challenges through clean energy. This role offers the unique opportunity to establish industry-leading counter-drone capabilities for the nuclear sector, combining cutting-edge security technology with the mission-critical requirements of nuclear infrastructure protection.

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages

401k with company match

Medical, dental, vision plans

Generous vacation policy, plus holidays

Estimated Starting Salary Range

The estimated starting salary range for this role is $198,000- $228,000 annually less applicable withholdings and deductions, paid on a bi-weekly basis. The actual salary offered may vary based on relevant factors as determined in the Company's discretion, which may include experience, qualifications, tenure, skill set, availability of qualified candidates, geographic location, certifications held, and other criteria deemed pertinent to the particular role.

EEO Statement

The Nuclear Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an environment of inclusion in the workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, compensation, and termination.

Export Control

Certain positions at The Nuclear Company may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in The Nuclear Company limiting its consideration of certain applicants.