Laser and Optics Controller
About The Position
Xcimer Energy is seeking a Laser and Optics Controller for its Phoenix laser system. This role involves operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining laser and optical components in a state-of-the-art laser system. The successful candidate will train to become a qualified Beamline Controller, interacting with the control interface and collaborating with the Shot Director during critical laser experiment operations. Responsibilities also include hands-on work during maintenance and upgrade operations, troubleshooting performance anomalies, and performing corrective and preventive maintenance. This is a full-time, onsite role based in Denver, CO.
Requirements
- Masters or Bachelors degree in optics, physics or other related discipline
- Experience manufacturing or operating optical hardware
- Must be willing to work on a set 8-hour shift with set start and stop times.
- Must also be willing to work overtime on non-shift hours during critical times.
- Ability to read and interpret basic optical specifications of COTs and Custom components.
- Understanding of coating purpose and limitations, including reflectivity, bandwidth, angle sensitivity, and damage threshold.
- Understanding of appropriate optic cleaning techniques based on optic type and coating, including when cleaning is acceptable and when it should be avoided.
- Ability to handle delicate components and performing precise adjustments.
- Basic understanding of physical processes such as absorption, gain, scattering, and saturation.
- Proficiency with two aperture beam alignment techniques.
- Ability to manipulate beam propagation, for example recollimating an expanding beam or adjusting focus position.
- Understanding of laser safety principles, including eyesafe wavelengths, exposure limits, and use of laser safety eyewear.
- Ability to select optical components based on given specifications, including diameter, coating, flatness, surface quality, and damage threshold.
- Ability to follow optical layouts and drawings and translate them into physical setups.
- Basic troubleshooting skills to identify misalignment, clipping, ghost reflections, and common optical issues.
- Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, capable of lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds unassisted for an extended period.
- Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee of granted asylum
Nice To Haves
- Pulsed power laser experience
- Working knowledge of control systems and mechanical/pneumatic equipment
Responsibilities
- Train and qualify as a Laser and Optics Controller for the Phoenix Laser System
- Serve as a Laser and Optics Controller, executing procedures and working in support of the Shot Director, during laser experiment operations
- Develop procedures and other shot operations infrastructure for the Phoenix pulsed power system
- Troubleshoot performance anomalies both during shot operations and during maintenance activities
- Perform hands-on integration and maintenance work with the Phoenix team during maintenance and upgrade windows
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Basic life insurance
- Supplemental life insurance
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Paid parental leave for employees at the time of birth or adoption
- 401(k) with a company match of up to 6%
- Equity
- Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid sick time
- 13 company-paid holidays
- Annual paid company shutdown
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
