Laser Physicist
Core
Design, build, modify, operate, and maintain advanced pulsed laser systems for inertial fusion energy research.
Role type
Laser Physicist (Inertial Fusion Energy)
Builds
Pulsed laser systems and high-energy laser diagnostics for fusion power plant development
Domain
Energy / Inertial Fusion / Laser Physics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Solid state and gas pulsed lasers, laser pulse characterization, optical component selection, spectroscopic experiments, laser system troubleshooting, nonlinear frequency conversion, experimental planning, multidisciplinary collaboration
Preferred skills
PhD in physics/EE/chemistry, optical spectroscopy, gas kinetics, laser gain dynamics, electro-optical devices, pulse shaping, spectral shaping, Ti:Sapphire alignment, fiber optics, high-damage-threshold optics, phase mask/free-form optics, ns/fs pulse diagnostics, vacuum systems, team leadership, beamline construction, national lab experience, scientific writing, Matlab/Python/LabVIEW
Technologies
Ti:Sapphire lasers, spectrometers, vacuum systems, Matlab, Python, LabVIEW
Responsibilities
Design, modify, operate, and maintain advanced pulsed laser systems; Enhance laser beam quality by specifying, sourcing, and installing optical components; Select optical components based on laser damage thresholds, transmission, and beam quality requirements; Develop clear procedures and documentation for technicians; Plan, execute, and oversee spectroscopic experiments; Calibrate laser characterization devices; Collaborate closely with engineers to support laser system design and development
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC