Scientist Plasma Diagnostics

Description

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TAE is the worlds first private fusion energy company founded in 1998 to commercialize the cleanest safest most affordable and sustainable form of carbon-free power. We are applying science and engineering to design transformational technologies. Whether its harnessing fusion through the science of stars making exponential leaps in power efficiency or innovating medical care with a novel cancer treatment: Were turning the promise of science into reality.

Were looking for candidates who are passionate about realizing our mission: A future where all people have affordable access to reliable abundant and environmentally friendly fusion-generated electricity.

We are seeking a Scientist (Experimental Plasma Physicist) who will develop in-situ boundary plasma diagnostics for the C-2W fusion this role you will design deploy and troubleshoot direct-contact material diagnostics such as Langmuir probes retarding field analyzers fast ion loss detectors pyrobolometers and thermo-optical arrays to measure local edge density temperature heat flux and more. You will also run experiments perform data analysis and translate raw diagnostic signals into physics-based insights.

This is a full-lifecycle scientific role. We are not just looking for a hardware builder but a scientist who will own the entire experimental loop. You will lead the physical development of edge diagnostics deploy them on the C-2W device run the experimental campaigns and critically analyze the resulting data to gain insight into the underlying physics and help guide design choices for our next-generation devices.

About The Role

• The successful candidate will join the Boundary Plasma Physics Team in the Applied Plasma Physics Division under the guidance of the Lead Scientist.
• Develop deploy refine and troubleshoot in situ boundary plasma diagnostic systems to characterize key plasma parameters such as local edge density temperature heat flux plasma potential fast ion distribution and more.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to design maintain and refine direct-contact material diagnostics such as Langmuir probes retarding field analyzers fast ion loss detectors pyrobolometers and thermo-optical arrays.
• Plan and execute experiments on the C-2W fusion device.
• Analyze complex experimental data with advanced modeling and simulation tools interpreting results within the broader fusion research program.
• Prepare technical reports documentation and presentations for internal meetings project reviews and scientific conferences.
• Maintain laboratory infrastructure while strictly following all safety protocols.
• Promote the TAE Core Values Rules of the Road and our Culture of Safety.

About You

• PhD-level research experience in experimental plasma physics with a strong focus on in situ plasma diagnostics.
• Hands-on experience building deploying troubleshooting and maintaining diagnostics on plasma research devices
• Direct experience with one or more of the following diagnostics highly preferred: Langmuir probes retarding field analyzers pyrobolometers.
• Demonstrated success in planning and conducting experiments analyzing results extracting physics-based insights and delivering technical reports or peer-reviewed publications.
• Experience with scientific programming data analysis and data visualization using Python (preferred) or similar tools.
• Experience working with standard plasma diagnostic instrumentation and plasma research device infrastructure including but not limited to: DAQ systems motorized actuators power supplies oscilloscopes function generators multi-meters high-vacuum systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in team environments to meet project objectives and deadlines.

Education

• Required: Ph.D. in Plasma Physics Engineering or a closely related field.

At TAE Technologies we consider a wide range of factors when making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and job-related knowledge training; licenses and certifications and other business and organizational needs. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements depending on the position offered . $125000 - $140000

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Imagination skill and will

We are a diverse team of over 500 engineers scientists professionals Maxwell Prize winners and big thinkers from more than 40 countries with a track record of delivering on the innovative ways science can lead humanity into a brighter era. We are not afraid to envision a future where fusion and science can transform our world.

What youll get with us

• Generous benefits such as Medical Dental Vision 401 (K) with company match paid vacation sick time companywide December holiday wellness program parental leave
• Payment rewards: For referring talent novel research and patents
• A collaborative environment: An organization where talents and interests can plug in to different groups throughout the organization
• Potential for equity participation
• HQ in Southern California
• Employee events on and off-site
• A commitment to upholding and growing an inclusive organization

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TAE Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability status.

We ensure all individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process perform essential job functions and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations or request more information.

Note to Agencies:TAE prefers to hire directly and maintains an existing preferred supplier list. We do not accept speculative CVs or referrals from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent no fee will be applicable

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