What You Will Be Doing:

We are looking for a Plasma Diagnostics Scientist to lead the effort of 3D mapping the ion/electron distribution within the formation section of Helion’s fusion generators before an FRC is formed. You will report directly to our Research and Development Chief of Staff at our Everett, WA office.

You Will:

• Complete the design of a suite of plasma diagnostics, working with a team of scientists, designers, analysts, and engineers
• Integrate technical input from experts in the wider Helion team to ensure plasma diagnostics can support Helion’s operational and scientific goals
• Work with Helion’s procurement team and external suppliers to source diagnostic components and sub-assemblies, prioritizing speed and efficiency
• Manage the assembly, installation, calibration, and commissioning for plasma diagnostics
• Provide expertise that helps build a core competency in pre-ionization plasma measurements that can help deliver future fusion devices optimized for power production

Required Skills:

• PhD. or M.S. in physics or aerospace engineering, or related field with relevant experience in plasmas
• 3+ years of experience in a laboratory environment with hands-on experience with plasma probes
• Experience using data from diagnostic instruments to accomplish research goals or achieve mission goals
• Experience with plasma physics and plasma diagnostic principles and participating in the design of a new instrumentation packages that analyze low density pre-ionization plasmas
• Developed diagnostics to study fully and partially ionized plasmas, in the range of 10^16 – 10^19 m^3, such as physical probes like Langmuir or double/triple probe and optical diagnostics, such as interferometry and laser induced fluorescence

The pay range for this position is $95k-175k. This pay range may be inclusive of several career levels and will be narrowed based on several factors, including the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

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