Head of Pulser Design Physics

About the Company

Pacific Fusion was founded in 2023 with the mission to power the world with abundant, affordable, clean energy. We are rapidly designing and building a pulser-driven inertial fusion system to achieve net facility gain.

Responsibilities

• Own the design of our pulsed power system while adhering to ambitious timelines
• Build and lead a team of pulser physicists, engineers, and technicians
• Oversee experiments in the pulsed power lab to prove out system design
• Work across multiple technology teams to ensure successful design, delivery, and integration

Requirements

• Expertise designing and developing high-power pulsed power systems
• Experience with R&D for high-power capacitors, liquid and gas switches, and vacuum power flow
• Proven expertise in designing, building, testing, and innovating on pulsed power systems
• Ability to build and manage a team with highly-specialized skill sets
• Track record of delivering results quickly while maintaining a safe work environment

Benefits

• Industry-competitive salary
• Equity plan
• 6% employer 401k matching
• Generous paid time off (including sick leave, vacation, paid family leave)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance