Fusion Plasma Scientist — Fueling & Wall Conditioning

TAE Technologies, Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Vacation + sick time

Equity participation

Job summary

TAE Technologies, Inc. invites applications for a Plasma Fueling & Wall Conditioning Scientist. You will contribute to the Particle Control Group within the Experimental Section, developing plasma fueling systems, wall conditioning, and experiments on particle transport.

This individual-contributor role offers room to grow technical depth and leadership. We welcome PhD graduates, with postdoctoral experience preferred, and strong background in plasma physics, diagnostics, and data analysis.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Physics or closely related field required; new graduates welcome.
• Postdoc or industry research experience preferred in plasma physics or related field.
• Candidates should have depth in at least one or two areas listed and familiarity across others.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain plasma fueling systems and wall conditioning methods.
• Design and execute experiments on particle transport and plasma–material interactions.
• Analyze system data and contribute to scientific publications.

Skills

Plasma science

Diagnostics & data analysis

Python/ Matlab/ IDL

Collaboration & leadership

Education

PhD in Physics or related field

Postdoctoral experience

Tools

Pneumatics & high-speed gas valves

Cryogenics

HV power supplies

Oscilloscopes

Job description

TAE Technologies, Inc. invites applications for a Plasma Fueling & Wall Conditioning Scientist. You will contribute to the Particle Control Group within the Experimental Section, developing plasma fueling systems, wall conditioning, and experiments on particle transport.

This individual-contributor role offers room to grow technical depth and leadership. We welcome PhD graduates, with postdoctoral experience preferred, and strong background in plasma physics, diagnostics, and data analysis.