Head of Strategic Communications

Xcimer Energy leverages decades of research on Inertial Fusion Energy (IFE) combined with groundbreaking new laser architecture. Our mission is to deploy fusion power plants to meet global carbonization goals as fast as possible. Xcimer has assembled a team of leaders in tough tech, fusion science, and manufacturing with a track record of rapid execution. Supported by leading investors,Xcimer is uniquely positioned to deliver limitless, clean, fusion power to combat climate change. Join us in powering a better world with inertial fusion! 
 As the Head of Strategic Communications, you will apply your skills to shaping and executing Xcimer's communication, public affairs and regulatory strategy in relation to our future fusion facilities, including our pilot plant. You will manage public communications, including media relations and PR, to effectively communicate Xcimer’s vision, regulatory achievements, and community contributions. You will lead the engagement with federal, state, and local government agencies, community stakeholders, and industry groups to support our site selection and licensing activities. This role is critical in ensuring successful regulatory approvals, fostering relationships with key decision-makers, and advancing Xcimer’s interests in policy and public communications. We are looking for our team members to apply their technical expertise, problem solving skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact the future of energy! 

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of public affairs and communications strategies for Xcimer’s fusion technology development and site selection processes. 
• Manage public communications, including media relations and PR, to effectively communicate Xcimer’s vision, regulatory achievements, and community contributions. 
• Act as the primary point of contact with state, local, and federal governments, ensuring alignment on regulatory and legislative matters affecting Xcimer’s projects. 
• Lead the Stakeholder Advisory Board and drive interactions with community stakeholders to ensure local support and community engagement. 
• Own and oversee the Community Benefit Plan, ensuring that Xcimer’s contributions to local communities are clearly communicated and effectively managed. 
• Represent Xcimer at the Fusion Industry Association, as well as other non-scientific industry groups, to advocate for policies and regulatory frameworks favorable to fusion technology. 
• Support efforts to secure competitive government incentives, grants, and other benefits related to the siting of Xcimer’s fusion facilities. 
• Prepare and deliver briefings, presentations, and reports on public policy, regulatory affairs, and stakeholder engagement. 
• Foster strong relationships with state government officials, industry groups, policymakers, and community leaders to support Xcimer’s objectives. 

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Affairs, Political Science, Law, or a related field. 
• Experience: 8+ years of experience in strategic communication AND public affairs, policy advocacy, or regulatory affairs, particularly at the state level. 
• Excellent writing, negotiation, and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex issues to a wide range of stakeholders. 
• Proven track record of managing stakeholder engagement activities, including advisory boards and community engagement efforts. 
• Experience in securing government incentives, grants, and other forms of public sector support for technology projects. 
• Ability to manage public communications and media relations, including experience in crisis management and proactive PR strategies. 
• Willingness to travel as needed to support strategic objectives, policy advocacy, and stakeholder engagement. 
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders across different levels of government and community organizations. 
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee of granted asylum. 

Xcimer Energy Corporation is a startup pursuing commercial energy production from inertial fusion, using the same fundamental physics recently proven by the NIF (National Ignition Facility) and made economically viable by Xcimer’s novel, low-cost laser architecture. Xcimer was founded in 2021 by a team of experts in high-energy laser systems, nuclear physics and fusion engineering, and has received backing from leading clean energy and deep-tech investors. Xcimer’s comprehensive, integrated design for a power plant has been analyzed and reviewed by independent experts and represents the most assured path to put fusion energy o