Fiber Optic Specialist - Third Shift

Commonwealth Fusion Systems•Devens, MA

7d•$38 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) is dedicated to accelerating the transition to fusion energy by designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. Leveraging decades of research, top talent, and innovative technologies, CFS is collaborating with policymakers and suppliers to shape the future energy industry. Since 2018, CFS has secured $4 billion in capital, establishing itself as the world's leading fusion company. The company is seeking individuals who bring new perspectives, excel at problem-solving, and thrive in a team environment. The Fiber Optic Applications Technician plays a crucial role in supporting R&D and production staff with all aspects of optical fiber work, including splicing, testing, and integrating fibers into complex designs while ensuring minimal damage and attenuation. This role involves maintaining equipment functionality, performing preventative maintenance, and driving continuous improvement. Collaboration with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and other departments is essential to achieve goals. This position contributes to making Earth sustainable for the future. This role operates within a multi-disciplinary team of technicians and engineers, requiring active participation and clear communication.

Requirements

4+ years experience in fiber optics field applications
Experience with taking attenuation, insertion loss, and spectral analysis measurements using various measurement equipment (such as OTDR, OSA, OBR, power meter, etc.)
Must have experience fiber handling in a lab setting with known standards
Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
Perform activities: Stooping, typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time
May need to operate in small confined places in odd locations
Work locations could include being on platforms around 25 feet high
Dedication to safety to mitigate industrial hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, and cryogenics
Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally
Fiber coating removal
Fiber re-coating
Specialty fiber splicing
Fiber proof-testing
Measurement and analysis techniques with optical tools and equipment such as interrogators, optical multiplexers, optical switches, fault locators, OTDR, etc.
Knowledgeable about various optics sensing techniques and optical attenuation/insertion loss mechanisms
Basic Materials Science knowledge
Good communication skills
Good attention to detail

Nice To Haves

7+ years experience in fiber optics field applications
Experience in utilizing distributed sensing arrays
Experience with polyimide and a variety of coated fibers
At least 1 year experience in teaching and/or training fiber splicing techniques and cable assemblies
Experienced with designing, building, and testing fiber cable assemblies, particularly in cryogen and vacuum conditions
Experience performing fiber optic work in environments with limited space or requiring odd positions.

Responsibilities

Conduct the handling, routing, splicing, testing, and potential repair of 1000s of fibers throughout the SPARC fusion machine
Perform mechanical integration of small assemblies adjacent or in conjunction with the fiber work, such as passthrough flanges and enclosures for the fibers
Install composite or polymer wrappings for the fibers and their enclosures
Train other technicians as needed in the proper installation, splicing, routing, and measurement procedures
Improve safety protocols for laser and fiber optic handling
Fulfill manufacturing and R&D fiber needs