Optics Manufacturing Development Engineer
TLDR
Scale optical components from pilot to production to support the world's largest laser for fusion power.
Overview:
At Inertia, we plan to build the world’s largest laser to initiate the world’s first fusion power plant. We need talented engineers to take on the challenge of scaling up various optical components (laser glass and optics, traditional lens, micro lens array, etc.) to unprecedented volume to supply the laser system.
This role will be critical to evaluate feasibility of suppliers, bring up pilot production, and scale up to production volume to supply the fusion power plant.
The role will report to the VP of Industrial Engineering.
What You'll Get To Do:
Engage internal design teams to consolidate all design requirements, and document the requirements for vendor engagement.
Engage suppliers for feasibility, scale, and cost deep dives
Monitor pilot production bring up
Establish manufacturing best practices
Collaborate with quality engineering to implement production quality control
Yield analysis and failure analysis
What You Bring:
B.S. with 10 years of experience, or M.S. with 7 years of experience
Experience with glass and ceramic fabrication processes a must
High volume manufacturing development experience a must
Experience with production quality control a must
Salary & Benefits:
The base salary range for this role is $165,000 - $225,000; The pay range provided is an estimated base range for this role. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and education.
We offer market-competitive compensation and an excellent benefits program, including Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, company-paid holidays, matching 401k, and more!
About Inertia:
Inertia is taking the most direct, scientifically-proven path to commercializing fusion, leveraging the only successful achievement of fusion ignition, using a process that was pioneered at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL). With groundbreaking innovation, transformative technology, and multi-year investment, Inertia is committed to commercializing fusion energy in the next decade.
Benefits
Equity Compensation
matching 401k
Health Insurance
Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
Paid Time Off
company-paid holidays
Inertia is focused on the commercialization of fusion energy, utilizing a proven process developed at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. By leveraging successful achievements in fusion ignition, we're poised to transform energy production with advanced technology and significant investment, aiming to make fusion a practical energy source within the next decade.
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