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Research Technician
Job Location:
Job Location:
Milpitas, CA - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 35 - 50
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
16 August 2026 (16 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
13 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
About Commonwealth Fusion Systems:
Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy.
Combining decades of research top talent and new technologies were designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And were working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future.
Were in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018 weve raised nearly $3 billion in capital making us the largest and leading private fusion company in the world.
Now were looking for more thinkers doers builders and makers to join us. People wholl bring new perspectives solve tough problems and thrive as part of a team.
If thats you and this role fits we want to hear from you.
Join the power movement as a Research Technician
Were looking for a Research Technician to join our R&D and pilot team to help build the next generation of superconductor technology. This CFS R&D Technician will provide technical support and assistance in R&D and process development projects focusing on materials characterization and metrology. The role will interact with R&D technical staff process engineers and metrology engineers. This role requires attention to detail procedural discipline and timely execution. If you enjoy working in a collaborative fast-paced environment this is your opportunity to make an impact.
What youll do:
- Work within a multi-disciplinary and proven team of top scientists and engineers;
- Assist with the process development and experimental studies;
- Operate laboratory tools and systems;
- Perform materials characterization and data analysis;
- Report on and be accountable for project progress to Senior Process Lead
What were looking for:
- Bachelors degree
- Minimum 3 years of experience working as a process or metrology technician in related R&D or manufacturing
- Commitment to safety and quality
- Ability to take directions from supervisors and work independently in a fast-paced startup environment
- Meticulous attention to detail and cleanliness with hands-on work
- Ability and patience to work through projects from start to finish including test execution data collection and reporting
- Demonstrated ability in reading and understanding technical instructions and manuals
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills
Bonus points for:
- B.S. degree in a relevant field preferred e.g. materials science physics or chemistry
- Experience in semiconductors flat panel battery solar cell optoelectronics or related fields
- Material characterization tools and methodologies such as XRD SEM AFM GDOES profilometry etc.
Must-have Requirements:
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
- Perform activities such as stooping climbing typing standing or sitting for extended periods of time
- Dedication to safety to mitigate industrial hazards that may include heat cold noise fumes strong magnets lead (Pb) high voltage and cryogenics
- Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally including compressed work-week shift schedule
$35 - $50 an hour
Salary range for this full-time position equity benefits.The actual salary will depend on level location qualifications and experience. The range displayed on each job posting reflects new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Benefits include:
Competitive compensation with equity
13 Company-wide Holidays
Flexible vacation days
10 sick days
Generous parental leave policy
Health dental and vision insurance
401(k) with employer matching
Professional growth opportunities
Team-building activities
#LI-Onsite
At CFS we excel in fast-paced environments driven by our values of integrity execution impact and self-critique. As we grow were eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges.
We value diversity deeply and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally regardless of race color national origin ancestry citizenship status protected veteran status religion physical or mental disability marital status sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age or any other basis protected by law.
This role requires compliance with U.S. laws concerning the export of controlled or protected technologies or information (collectively Export Control Laws). Any offer of employment will be contingent on the need for compliance with such Export Control Laws.
Required Experience:
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