Lead Scientist, Plasma Control
TAE TechnologiesIrvine, California, United States
Posted November 5, 2025
100000 - 150000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
TAE Technologies is a diverse team of engineers, scientists, and professionals working on fusion energy science and plasma physics.
Job Description
Lead Scientist, Plasma Control at TAE Technologies in Irvine, CA, United States. Manage the Plasma Control Team, overseeing the Real-time Plasma Control System on C-2W and designing next generation systems. Collaborate with experimental team to define and implement control algorithms addressing plasma stability, confinement, and performance optimization.
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience in experimental plasma physics and magnetic confinement fusion research
- Proven expertise in real-time control systems, including FPGA-based hardware and firmware development
- Experience in programming multitasking Real-Time Operating Systems and embedded control systems
- Proficient in embedded C/C++ programming
- Knowledge of system design for embedded platforms established on Model-Based Design approaches (Matlab, Simulink, Stateflow)
- Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills
- Demonstrated knowledge of good engineering practices and procedures
- Strong documenting and organizational skills
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation + sick time
- Companywide December holiday
- Wellness program
- Parental leave
