CareerPlan

Laser and Optics Controller

Denver, COFull-time2026-08-12 → 2026-11-10
On-site · United States

Core

Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain laser and optical components for the Phoenix Inertial Fusion Energy system, executing critical procedures under the Shot Director.

Role type

Laser and Optics Controller (Physical/Industrial Operations)

Builds

Inertial Fusion Energy (IFE) laser systems for clean power generation

Domain

Energy / Fusion Science / Optics

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Optical hardware operation, troubleshooting performance anomalies, reading optical specifications, understanding optical coatings (reflectivity, bandwidth, damage threshold), hands-on system integration

Preferred skills

None stated

Technologies

Phoenix Laser System, COTS and Custom optical components

Responsibilities

Train and qualify as a Laser and Optics Controller, execute procedures during laser experiment operations, develop shot operations infrastructure, troubleshoot performance anomalies, perform hands-on integration and maintenance work

Seniority

Entry-level to Mid-level (train and qualify)