Laser Engineer
Core
Design, develop, and deploy high-power laser systems for isotope separation (AVLIS) to support DOE and DOD missions.
Role type
Senior IC laser systems engineer (isotope separation)
Builds
Laser systems and diagnostic/control systems for enriched isotope production
Domain
National security / Nuclear physics / Laser engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Laser science and optics experiments, High average-power pulsed lasers, Solid-state and fiber-based lasers, Experimental campaign planning, Data acquisition and control system development, Laboratory equipment specification and procurement
Preferred skills
Peer-reviewed publication experience, Scientific conference presentation, Technical mentorship, Research proposal development
Technologies
Solid-state lasers, Fiber-based lasers, AVLIS systems
Responsibilities
Plan and execute laboratory experiments to scale average power and pulse energy, Design and test diagnostic and control systems for lasers and sensors, Lead technical efforts including budget and schedule management, Collaborate with scientists to construct laser systems for isotope production, Publish papers and present results at scientific conferences, Secure and maintain DOE Q-level security clearance
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities