Careers

Careers

Build high-performance energy and material systems to propel civilization forward.

Zero Point Energy Labs designs and manufactures advanced energy and material systems for robotics, aerospace, and defense. We implement new ways of thinking about technologies that exist today—enhancing them and combining them to create new variations with higher performance, improved reliability, and stronger real-world utility.

We operate from first principles. We care about measurable outcomes, clean execution, and disciplined build quality—from research and design through production and test.

Hawthorne, CA On-site roles

Why work with us

Innovative and creative environment

We encourage original thinking and reward curiosity. If you see a better way to build, design, or test something, we want you to explore it. Progress comes from people willing to think differently.

Motivated, high-performing team

You’ll work alongside driven engineers, physicists, and builders who care deeply about their craft. We hold high standards, support one another, and push each other to improve.

Real impact

Your work directly contributes to real systems and real hardware. What you design and build here does not sit in theory, it moves into production and into the field.

Roles we’re hiring for

If you’re a strong fit for the mission but don’t see your title listed, apply anyway.

Engineering & Physical Sciences

R&D + Production

Apply fundamental science and engineering to real energy and material systems across design, test, and build.

  • Physics (experimental, theoretical)
  • Materials Science & Materials Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Computer Engineering / Embedded Systems
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Manufacturing / Process Engineering
  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Nuclear Engineering

Battery Pack Assembly Technician

Production

Hands-on work building advanced battery systems and related assemblies in a focused production environment.

  • Battery pack fabrication and assembly
  • Micro TIG welding and soldering
  • Cable and harness assemblies
  • Inspection, measurement, and build documentation

Production Manager

Operations

Lead daily production activities and support a focused, high-quality manufacturing environment. This role ensures builds move efficiently while maintaining consistency, organization, and attention to detail.

  • Develop and maintain clear work instructions and production workflows
  • Coordinate scheduling and team training
  • Oversee quality checks and production readiness
  • Support inventory coordination and process improvements

Production Assistant

Shop support

Keep builds moving: kitting, labeling, pack-out, documentation support, and shop organization.

  • Kitting and staging builds
  • Labeling, serialization, and pack-out
  • General shop support and QA assistance

Quality / Test Technician

Test execution, logging, DCIR, functional checks, and failure analysis support.

Supply Chain / Purchasing

BOMs, components, lead times, and production readiness.

CAD / Tooling Support

Fixtures, enclosures, drawings, and production tooling to support builds.

U.S. citizenship requirement

All positions at Zero Point Energy Labs require U.S. citizenship due to regulatory and compliance requirements. Verification will be part of the hiring process.

How to apply

Email us

Send your resume (PDF preferred). Include the role you’re applying for and a brief introduction.

Apply via email

Email careers inquiries to careers@spheresinc.net.

What to include

  • Resume (PDF)
  • Role(s) you’re applying for
  • Availability and location
  • Hands-on experience, tools, and equipment

Equal Opportunity: ZPE Labs is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate candidates based on capability, integrity, and alignment with the work.