Senior Scientist, LPI Modeling & Beam Smoothing

About the Company

Focused Energy is building the future of clean energy through laser-driven inertial fusion. Backed by a $240M Series A, we are scaling rapidly to unlock fusion power at commercial scale using proven technologies and top-tier scientific minds.

Responsibilities

• Provide theoretical and simulation support on the beam smoothing project
• Coordinate laser beam requirements, including picket, drive, and beam port design
• Support the physics roadmap by partnering with the diagnostics team
• Provide theoretical support for implementation in the DUED code
• Support LPI science across experiments and simulations
• Partner with beam smoothing, laser, science, target design, and target physics teams to mitigate LPI risks and instabilities

Requirements

• PhD in plasma physics or an equivalent field
• 10+ years of post-doc or staff scientist experience
• Strong theoretical and simulation knowledge of beam smoothing techniques
• Expertise in LPI (CBET, SBS, SRS, and/or TPD) and PIC/fluid simulations
• Knowledge of High-Performance Computing (HPC)
• Proficiency in C++ and/or Python with OpenMP/MPI
• Strong mathematical background in linear algebra, dynamical systems, and PDEs
• Background in laser fusion science

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing or interpreting LPI or rad-hydro experiments
• Knowledge of imprint requirements and rad-hydro physics
• Knowledge of laser science and optics
• Experience leading a team

Benefits

• Competitive salary and company stock options
• 30 days of vacation per year
• Private pension plan financing (20% top-up)
• State-of-the-art equipment (Windows or Apple)
• Mobility support via NAVIT
• Fitness access via Wellhub
• Healthy snacks, drinks, and canteen options