Laser Electronics Optical Technician

Focused Energy is a fusion energy startup with the goal of generating unlimited clean energy to responsibly meet future global demand. With the use and commercialization of laser-induced inertial fusion a clean and highly efficient power generation technology is coming within reach suitable to ensure a secure and scalable future energy supply.

We are seeking a Laser Electronics & Optical Technician (LEOT) to support the assembly integration testing and maintenance of advanced laser optical and electro-optical systems used in our fusion energy R&D and prototype platforms. This is a highly hands-on role working closely with laser engineers optical engineers and systems engineers to bring complex high-power laser systems from design into operation.

Youll play a critical role in ensuring our laser subsystems meet demanding performance safety and reliability requirements as we move from experimental setups toward scalable fusion systems.

What youll do :

Assemble align and test advanced laser and optical systems including beam delivery assemblies

Perform precision optical alignment and verify laser performance (power wavelength beam quality stability)

Build wire and troubleshoot laser electronics power supplies drivers and control subsystems

Diagnose and resolve issues across optical electronic and electro-optical systems in R&D and prototype environments

Execute preventive maintenance system upgrades and calibration to meet performance and safety requirements

Operate safely with high energy lasers high-voltage electronics and controlled lab or cleanroom environments

Document system configurations test results and procedures and collaborate closely with engineers and scientists

Must be able to work onsite in our facility in Austin.

Who you are :

Hands-on experience in Electronics Photonics Optics Laser Technology or a related field

Practical experience assembling aligning and testing laser and optical systems

Strong electronics troubleshooting skills

Ability to read electrical schematics and optical diagrams

Experience using precision electrical and optical test equipment

Preferred :

Experience with fiber-laser or high-energy laser systems

Familiarity with laser safety programs or certification (LSO or equivalent)

Exposure to CAD drawings optical design tools or lab automation systems

Background in aerospace defense semiconductor medical device or advanced R&D environments

Experience working in regulated or safety-critical lab settings

What we offer :

Innovative Technology & Mission : Be part of a cutting-edge company working on groundbreaking research in clean energy and scientific discovery.

Career Development : We invest in our people. This is an opportunity to join an early growing company at the forefront of new technology where youll have the opportunity to develop and grow your career.

Collaborative Culture : Work with great people in a dynamic international environment with top-tier scientists engineers and professionals passionate about solving global challenges.

Ownership : Take ownership from day 1 and drive impact by making decisions solving challenges and shaping the future of our company.

Your Success is our Success : We offer a competitive salary and company ownership in the form of stock options giving you a direct stake in our success and ownership in what we build together.

Vacation Days : We support your work-life-balance with flexible leave philosophy.

Retirement Plan : Matching 401k contributions.

Events : We organize regular events to foster team bonding encourage collaboration and build a strong supportive company culture. Connect with colleagues across departments share ideas and have fun together both in and outside of the workplace.

Focused Energy is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender perception or identity national origin age marital status protected veteran status or disability status.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Focused Energy will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location level job-related knowledge skills and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation equity benefits.

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1