Plasma Innovation Scientist Prototyping New Plasma Systems

ThrustMe; Paris; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ThrustMe in Paris, France invites a Plasma Physicist to join the Innovation team to develop plasma systems and prototypes for ionosphere representation. You will tackle beam and plasma diagnostic challenges and create home-made diagnostic tools like ExB and time‑of‑flight probes.

You will bridge research and new product development, defining concepts and turning them into future cutting‑edge technologies, with close collaboration across physics and engineering.

Qualifications

• PhD in plasma physics.
• 3+ years of hands-on experimental plasma experience.
• RF power skills are a plus.
• Ability to work independently.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Plasma simulation (global models, PIC).
• Design proof-of-concept plasma systems.
• Design and assembly of plasma diagnostics.
• Conducting experimental campaigns.
• Participation in creation and protection of IP (patents, know-how) and dissemination activities.
• Collaborate with physicists and engineers in the innovation team to solve multidisciplinary topics.
• Everyday learning of new technologies and continuous improvement.
• Regularly reporting to the Head of Innovation.

Skills

Experimental plasma

RF power

Independent work

English fluency

Education

PhD in plasma physics

Job description

ThrustMe in Paris, France invites a Plasma Physicist to join the Innovation team to develop plasma systems and prototypes for ionosphere representation. You will tackle beam and plasma diagnostic challenges and create home-made diagnostic tools like ExB and time‑of‑flight probes.

You will bridge research and new product development, defining concepts and turning them into future cutting‑edge technologies, with close collaboration across physics and engineering.