Salary Range: 200000 to 225000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

Xcimer Energy leverages decades of research on Inertial Fusion Energy (IFE) combined with groundbreaking new laser architecture. Our mission is to deploy fusion power plants to meet global decarbonization goals as fast as possible. Xcimer has assembled a team of leaders in tough tech, fusion science, and manufacturing with a track record of rapid execution. Supported by leading investors, Xcimer is uniquely positioned to deliver limitless, clean, fusion power to combat climate change. Join us in powering a better world with inertial fusion!

This is a full-time, onsite role based at our headquarters in Denver, CO.

As the Lead Experimental Physicist, you will be responsible for independently driving complex laser-based experiments from definition through execution and analysis. This role requires strong experimental physics judgment, deep interest in the underlying science, and the ability to quickly learn and master sophisticated systems. You will design experiments, develop/upgrade diagnostics, analyze and interpret data, and continuously identify opportunities to improve experimental performance. You will work closely with scientists, engineers, technicians, shot directors, and leadership, serving as the technical driver for assigned experimental programs. We are looking for our scientists and engineers to apply their technical expertise, problem solving skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact the future of energy!

Responsibilities

Act as the primary experimental owner for assigned laser experiments

Rapidly learn and develop deep understanding of complex experimental platforms, including lasers, diagnostics, and supporting subsystems

Design and execute experiments involving lasers, spectroscopy, imaging, and time resolved measurements

Develop and apply appropriate diagnostics to understand system performance and debug experimental issues

Translate high level scientific objectives into detailed experimental designs and test plans

Review experimental results critically, identify limitations, and drive systematic improvements

Perform quantitative post processing and analysis of spectroscopy and imaging data

Modify, extend, and maintain data processing and analysis scripts

Produce clear technical reports, presentations, and publishable quality results

Interface with the scientific board and senior scientists to understand experimental priorities and required outcomes

Collaborate closely with technicians and engineers, providing technical direction, mentoring, and training

Troubleshoot nontrivial experimental, diagnostic, and system level issues

Work effectively across disciplines, including experimentalists, theorists, engineers, and technicians

Qualifications

Education: MS or PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a closely related field, or equivalent experience

Experience: Strong hands-on experience with laser-based experiments (MS with 5+ years of experience or PhD with 2+ years of experience)

Solid understanding of optical and laser diagnostics

Demonstrated ability to independently drive complex experimental work

Experience debugging complex experimental systems and diagnosing root causes

Willingness to learn pulsed power concepts

Proficiency in data analysis and post processing

Strong written and verbal communication skills

High level of motivation, curiosity, and ownership mindset

Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum

Desired

Familiarity with excimer lasers

Experience in laser gain dynamics

Experience with laser wavefront measurement

Experience with deformable mirrors

Experience with phase plates

Experience with gas kinetics

Experience with vacuum systems.

Experience operating and aligning pulsed laser systems

Experience producing scientific publications

Experience working in multidisciplinary research laser facilities, such as national labs

Experience with Matlab, Python, and LabVIEW.

Prior experience mentoring technicians or junior team members

Equal Employment Opportunity

Xcimer Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Xcimer Energy hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Xcimer Energy will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Benefits

Xcimer offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee health, well-being, and long-term success. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; basic and supplemental life insurance; short- and long-term disability; paid parental leave for employees at the time of birth or adoption; and a 401(k) with a company match of up to 6%. Eligible employees also receive equity, allowing them to share in the company’s long-term success.Xcimer operates under a flexible Paid Time Off (ATO) approach. Rather than a fixed number of vacation days, employees are trusted to take the time they need to rest and recharge while meeting the expectations of their role and team. In addition, employees receive paid sick time, 13 company-paid holidays, and an annual paid company shutdown. Benefits are available to regular employees, including part-time and fixed-term roles, as well as interns, with eligibility varying by benefit.

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