Experimental Plasma Diagnostics Scientist – Edge Physics

TAE Technologies, Inc; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and sick time

Parental leave

Job summary

TAE Technologies, Inc is seeking a Scientist (Experimental Plasma Physicist) to develop in‑situ boundary plasma diagnostics for the C-2W fusion device. The role involves designing and troubleshooting advanced diagnostic systems and analyzing experimental data.

Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Plasma Physics or related field, strong hands-on experience with diagnostics, and skills in data analysis and scientific programming. The compensation range is $110,000 – $130,000, alongside various benefits.

Qualifications

• PhD‑level research experience in experimental plasma physics.
• Hands‑on experience with plasma diagnostic systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and troubleshoot boundary plasma diagnostic systems.
• Plan and execute experiments on the C‑2W fusion device.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on diagnostics design.

Skills

Experimental plasma physics

Data analysis

Scientific programming in Python

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Ph.D. in Plasma Physics or related field

Tools

Langmuir probes

Retarding field analyzers

DAQ systems

Power supplies

Job description

TAE Technologies, Inc is seeking a Scientist (Experimental Plasma Physicist) to develop in‑situ boundary plasma diagnostics for the C-2W fusion device. The role involves designing and troubleshooting advanced diagnostic systems and analyzing experimental data.

Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Plasma Physics or related field, strong hands-on experience with diagnostics, and skills in data analysis and scientific programming. The compensation range is $110,000 – $130,000, alongside various benefits.