Laser Scientist: Front-End Lasers & High-Power Optics

Fusion Energy Base; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401k match

Unlimited PTO

Modern equipment

Job summary

Focused Energy in Austin, TX is seeking a hands-on Laser Scientist to lead bench-level laser experiments for the FELA program. You will set up the laser front end, run two-dimensional SSD, frequency tripling, FM-AM, and amplifier characterization, while maintaining meticulous lab records.

Collaborating with laser scientists, you will troubleshoot, schedule experiments, and ensure safety in a Class 3B/4 environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with fiber and free-space laser systems, nonlinear optics, beam characterization and alignment.
• Comfortable working independently on bench-level setup, alignment, and troubleshooting.
• Strong lab notebook and data documentation habits.
• Knowledge of laser safety standards (ANSI Z136) and Class 3B/4 laser environments.

Responsibilities

• Own hands-on setup, alignment, and execution of assigned FELA laser experiments (front end setup, SSD, frequency tripling, FM-AM, amplifier characterization).
• Lead bench-level troubleshooting and drive day-to-day experimental schedule.
• Ensure all laser safety protocols and lab safety standards are followed in a Class 3B/4 environment.
• Build and maintain organized lab records covering equipment status and experimental data.
• Improve experimental setups and procedures based on hands-on experience.
• Collaborate with laser scientists on joint sessions to enable progress.

Skills

Fiber laser systems

Optical alignment

Nonlinear optics

Laser diagnostics

Lab notebook/documentation

Safety compliance

Communication

Ownership

Tools

Miro

Zemax

Inventor

Job description

Focused Energy in Austin, TX is seeking a hands-on Laser Scientist to lead bench-level laser experiments for the FELA program. You will set up the laser front end, run two-dimensional SSD, frequency tripling, FM-AM, and amplifier characterization, while maintaining meticulous lab records.

Collaborating with laser scientists, you will troubleshoot, schedule experiments, and ensure safety in a Class 3B/4 environment.