Senior RF Engineer

Physics World; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation + sick time

Holiday shutdown

Wellness program

Parental leave

Job summary

TAE Technologies in Southern California seeks an experienced RF engineer to advance plasma heating RF systems for current and next-gen fusion devices. You will work with antennas, matching networks, transmission lines and instrumentation from design through commissioning.

The role involves collaborating with RF physicists to ensure systems meet requirements, with a focus on 50 kW+ power levels, sub-assembly integration, and rapid learning of new RF techniques.

Qualifications

• Experience with Matlab/Simulink or other applications used in the modelling of antennas, matching networks and transmission lines.
• Experience with RF hardware from ~50 kW power levels and greater using solid state or vacuum tube technology
• Amplitude, frequency and phase control of multiple sources.
• Ability to present complex RF problems in simple and effective manner.
• Ability to work independently as well as a member of the RF Team.
• Accuracy and the ability to identify and correct shortcomings in proposals and designs.
• Ability to rapidly gain new knowledge of RF systems and to identify new approaches.

Responsibilities

• Design RF antennas, matching networks, transmission lines and instrumentation from concept to commissioning.
• Procurement of component parts and operation of RF systems.
• Collaborate with RF physicists to ensure systems meet stated requirements.

Skills

Matlab/Simulink

RF hardware

Amplitude control

Independent work

Proposal accuracy

Rapid learning

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

M.S. in Electrical Engineering (preferred)

Job description

Do Epic Science TAE is the world’s first private fusion energy company, founded in 1998 to commercialize the cleanest, safest, most affordable, and sustainable form of carbon-free power. We are applying science and engineering to design transformational technologies. Whether it's harnessing fusion through the science of stars, making exponential leaps in power efficiency, or innovating medical care with a novel cancer treatment: We're turning the promise of science into reality.

Job Details

Do Epic Science TAE is the world’s first private fusion energy company, founded in 1998 to commercialize the cleanest, safest, most affordable, and sustainable form of carbon-free power. We are applying science and engineering to design transformational technologies. Whether it's harnessing fusion through the science of stars, making exponential leaps in power efficiency, or innovating medical care with a novel cancer treatment: We're turning the promise of science into reality. We’re looking for candidates who are passionate about realizing our mission: A future where all people have affordable access to reliable, abundant, and environmentally friendly fusion-generated electricity.

About The Role

TAE Technologies is developing radio frequency systems for a number of applications, including plasma heating on our current and next generation fusion devices and for plasma sources in auxiliary systems. The systems will span a variety of operational frequencies (e.g., 10 MHz to 10 GHz) and range of powers (e.g., 10s kW to 1 MW). The successful candidate will work closely with both the Engineering and Physics teams to develop these technologies from the design of the antennas, matching networks, transmission lines and instrumentation, to the procurement of component parts, to the commissioning and operation of the systems. He or she will work closely with RF physicists to design systems that meet stated requirements.

About You

• Experience with Matlab/Simulink or other applications used in the modelling of antennas, matching networks and transmission lines.
• Experience with RF hardware from ~50 kW power levels and greater using solid state or vacuum tube technology
• Amplitude, frequency and phase control of multiple sources.
• Ability to present complex RF problems in simple and effective manner.
• Ability to work independently as well as a member of the RF Team.
• Accuracy and the ability to identify and correct shortcomings in proposals and designs.
• Ability to rapidly gain new knowledge of RF systems and to identify new approaches.

Project Experience

• At least 5 years’ experience with radio frequency systems in an industrial, scientific or broadcasting environment.

Other Preferred Experience

• Interest in large science or R&D projects.

Education

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline;
• M.S. in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline (preferred).

At TAE Technologies, we consider a wide range of factors when making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and job-related knowledge, training; licenses and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements depending on the position offered (Sr., Lead or Manager). The compensation range for these roles are $140,000 - $160,000 annually.

Imagination, skill, and will

We are a diverse team of over 500 engineers, scientists, professionals, Maxwell Prize winners, and big thinkers from more than 40 countries with a track record of delivering on the innovative ways science can lead humanity into a brighter era. We are not afraid to envision a future where fusion and science can transform our world.

What You’ll Get With Us

• Generous benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (K) with company match, paid vacation + sick time, companywide December holiday, wellness program, parental leave;
• Payment rewards: For referring talent, novel research, and patents;
• A collaborative environment: An organization where talents and interests can plug in to different groups throughout the organization;
• Potential for equity participation;
• HQ in Southern California;
• Employee events on and off-site;
• A commitment to upholding and growing an inclusive organization.

TAE Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

We ensure all individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us [e-mail] to request accommodations or request more information.

Note to Agencies: TAE prefers to hire directly and maintains an existing preferred supplier list. We do not accept speculative CVs or referrals from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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