Junior Researcher - Plasma Diagnostics

TAE Technologies•Foothill Ranch, CA

3d•$30 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

This is an entry level position supporting plasma fusion research in the experimental program of TAE Technologies’ Fusion Power research division. The candidate will be part of the Plasma Diagnostic group. All Junior Researchers will also actively participate the Fusion Power research program by designing and performing experiments, performing data analysis, occasional machine operation time, building and troubleshooting diagnostics and communication of scientific results both in small groups and the fusion department at large.

Requirements

Previous hands-on laboratory research experience (> 1 year) is required.
Experience with standard laboratory diagnostics including; multimeters, oscilloscopes, and function generators.
Experience with Digital acquisition systems, DAQ’s
Public presentations of prior work
Experience using one or more of the following: Scientific analysis and data visualization using Python
B.S. Physics or Engineering Discipline

Nice To Haves

IDL, MATLAB, SQL, MDS+, C++
Experience with utilizing diagnostics on plasma devices.
Experience with thermocouples, RTD’s, pyro-bolometers.
Thermo-optical arrays

Responsibilities

Designing and performing experiments
Performing data analysis
Occasional machine operation time
Building and troubleshooting diagnostics
Communication of scientific results both in small groups and the fusion department at large

Benefits

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