VP of Marketing

Company Overview

Zeno Power is the leading developer of nuclear batteries – compact power systems that provide reliable, clean energy in frontier environments. By harnessing the heat from radioisotopes, Zeno’s batteries power critical missions on Earth, in space, and at sea. To bring this technology to market by 2027, Zeno is seeking out purpose-driven and innovative professionals who are comfortable working in a startup environment. Team members will have a direct impact in enabling commercial and national security missions from the depths of our oceans, to the surface of the moon, and in austere environments here on Earth. Zeno is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

VP of Marketing

Zeno Power is building the future of space and deep ocean nuclear power systems—technology that will enable humanity's next giant leap. Our nuclear batteries will soon be powering critical missions from the seabed to the lunar surface.

As we continue to scale in an increasingly competitive nuclear startup landscape, we need a brand leader who can build a world-class marketing function from strong fundamentals. Someone who knows how to translate complex hardware into compelling narrative, build credibility across defense and commercial audiences, and create marketing infrastructure that evolves as the company grows.

This is a rare opportunity to shape the public identity of a company working on technology that will power exploration of the deep sea and the solar system. We're looking for someone who has built brands, led teams, and driven growth at hardware companies operating in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.

What You'll Do

Build the Brand

• Develop and execute comprehensive brand strategy that positions Zeno as the category leader in nuclear batteries
• Define and evolve Zeno’s brand identity, voice, and narrative across all channels
• Translate complex nuclear technology into clear, compelling storytelling

Own the Marketing Engine

• Develop and implement an integrated marketing strategy across PR, content, digital, events, and partnerships
• Launch bold, unconventional marketing campaigns that generate organic attention and conversation
• Lead product launches, major announcements, and partnership reveals that drive awareness, engagement, and qualified demand
• Create the systems and processes required to scale marketing as the company grows

Drive Market Adoption

• Develop go-to-market strategies for Zeno's nuclear batteries, ensuring tight alignment between the engineering, business development, and marketing teams
• Translate highly technical engineering capabilities into compelling, accessible value propositions for investors, commercial customers, and government partners
• Build the sales enablement toolkit—creating the high-impact decks, one-pagers and product positioning needed to close massive deals

Lead Content & Storytelling

• Turn technical progress into high-quality content — across web, social, media, and long-form
• Develop messaging frameworks and talking points that make complex technology accessible
• Maintain message discipline across all external communications

Amplify Executives & Thought Leadership

• Build Zeno’s presence in key industry, policy, and media conversations
• Partner with CEO Tyler Bernstein to build his executive platform and thought leadership presence
• Prepare executives for high-impact speaking and media opportunities

Lead the Team

• Mentor and grow a high-performing marketing team
• Manage agencies and external partners
• Set a high bar for execution, speed, and craft

Required Experience

• 10+ years of marketing and communications experience.
• 3–5+ years building brand strategy from the ground up at early-stage or high-growth companies.
• Deep experience with hardware companies, including the unique challenges of marketing physical products with long development cycles.
• Senior-level strategic thinking with a track record of measurable brand-building success.
• Demonstrated experience translating complex technical concepts into compelling narratives for diverse audiences.
• Proven track record of building, motivating, and developing high-performing teams.