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Pacific Fusion

Experimental Physicist

Los Lunas, NM

Run experiments at pulsed-power and other facilities to test aspects of our fusion target design. * Design and implement optical diagnostics for the Demonstration System * Develop analysis methods ...

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Lansing, MI

$89K - $107K/yr

Isotope production target design, operation, and handling. * Nuclear measurements. * Radiation shielding * Radioactive material handling * Heat transfer and fluid flow * Radiation protection

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Senior Target Fabrication Engineer - Assembly

Pacific Fusion

San Leandro, CA

$118K - $162K/yr

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Posted 7 days ago

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Why This Role Matters

Pacific Fusion is looking for a Senior Target Fabrication Engineer specializing in precision assembly and project management to join our growing target fabrication team. In this role, you will be a primary bridge between target design and physical realization, ensuring that complex, high-precision assemblies are delivered on schedule. Your work in managing the lifecycle of these targets from component sourcing to final integration is critical to maintaining the high-cadence production on the road to commercial fusion energy. 

What You'll Do
  • Manage the end-to-end delivery of fusion targets to internal departments, ensuring all technical requirements, budgets, and schedules are met.
  • Lead the precision assembly of complex target systems, utilizing specialized techniques to integrate components with micron-level accuracy.
  • Coordinate across working groups to understand internal customer requirements and translate them into actionable fabrication and assembly plans.
  • Design and implement assembly fixtures and specialized tooling to improve the repeatability and reliability of target builds.
  • Establish project timelines and resource plans to transition from R&D prototypes to a high-throughput production environment.
  • Oversee quality control and documentation for delivered targets, ensuring each assembly meets rigorous design intent and inspection standards.
 What You Bring
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field; a Master's or PhD is a plus.
  • Proven experience in project management within a precision engineering environment, specifically managing the delivery of complex assemblies.
  • Hands-on expertise in precision assembly techniques and a deep understanding of GD&T and technical drawings.
  • Ability to drive a project through all stages of development, from initial concept and prototyping to high-cadence internal delivery.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to act as a technical liaison between scientists, engineers, and fabrication technicians.
  • Proficiency in CAD modeling for the design of assembly jigs, fixtures, and handling equipment.
 Bonus Points For
  • Experience managing small-scale, high-complexity hardware with micron-level tolerances and delicate material interfaces.
  • Deep understanding of chemical and material bonding techniques that includes glue, epoxy, soldering, and precision welding
  • Background in automated assembly or developing semi-automated systems for a production environment.
  • Familiarity with cleanroom operations and cryogenic vacuum systems.
  • Knowledge of advanced metrology for verifying complex 3D assemblies, such as radiography or tomography.

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