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Wavefront Scientist

Munich💼 Full-time🗓 2026-08-05 → 2026-09-26

Core

Design, modeling, and validation of advanced laser beam transport systems for next-generation fusion drivers.

Role type

Wavefront Scientist (Fusion Energy)

Builds

Reliable, scalable laser architectures for fusion energy applications

Domain

Fusion energy, high-power laser systems, optical engineering

Deliverable

production ML models | product features

Required skills

wave optics, laser beam propagation, Fourier optics, optical system modeling, experimental optical setups, beam diagnostics, simulation tools (Python, MATLAB, Zemax, BeamXpert, CODE V, VirtualLab), optical aberrations analysis, wavefront sensing, adaptive optics, beam quality characterization, optical alignment, laser operation, laboratory troubleshooting

Preferred skills

high-power or ultrafast laser systems, deformable mirrors, adaptive optics, phase retrieval techniques, pulse compression, nonlinear optics, frequency conversion systems, GPU-based simulation methods, high-performance computing, industrial R&D experience

Technologies

Python, MATLAB, Zemax, BeamXpert, CODE V, VirtualLab

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain wavefront propagation and beam transport simulation models; Perform numerical analyses of optical aberrations, beam quality, diffraction effects, and system tolerances; Support the design and optimization of beam transport architectures, pulse compression systems, and frequency conversion stages; Plan and execute laboratory experiments to validate simulation predictions; Configure and operate optical diagnostics for wavefront characterization and alignment verification; Correlate experimental results with simulation outcomes to improve models; Support commissioning, troubleshooting, and optimization of experimental beamlines and optical subsystems; Collaborate with optical, laser, mechanical, and systems engineers; Document simulation methods, experimental procedures, results, and design recommendations

Seniority

Mid-Senior, hands-on IC

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