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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 (more fusion energy output than stored energy input). In parallel, we are developing the key components required to build affordable fusion systems.
Our plans are ambitious. We have raised over $900M so far from incredible investors, resourcing us to deliver on these plans. We are bringing together the best scientists, engineers, and operators from the fusion community, hard tech industry, and other sectors. We are united by a shared sense of urgency to provide clean power for the world, particularly managing climate change while meeting growing global energy demand. You can read more about us in this letter from our founders .
Pacific Fusion is seeking an expert Fabrication Lead - Vacuum Systems to oversee the end-to-end delivery of vacuum chamber vessel and large complex steel assemblies critical to our fusion technology. You will lead the procurement, fabrication, machining, and installation of complex vacuum chambers, forged and machined ring assemblies with complex features & tight tolerances. This role is essential for maintaining the extreme vacuum requirements necessary to achieve our fusion goals.
Own the execution of vacuum vessel and component fabrication, from design-for-manufacturability through final site installation.
Drive requests for quotation and technical bid reviews for complex vacuum components, large precision manufactured components, ensuring tight tolerance and cleanliness standards.
Manage fabrication of mission critical vacuum components and power flow components for our fusion machine.
Build detailed execution plans including vacuum leak testing, qualification, and turnover documentation.
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Coordinate with vacuum physicists and design engineers to optimize system performance and reliability.
Manage suppliers of specialized vacuum hardware, precision machined components ensuring schedule compliance and quality control. Expected to travel and meet with the suppliers.
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, physics, or a related technical field.
8+ years of experience in high or ultra-high vacuum (UHV) systems, including design, fabrication, and installation.
Deep understanding of vacuum fabrication (welding, surface finish, sealing and cleanliness) and leak detection techniques (e.g., helium leak testing).
Experience with stainless steel fabrication processes and cleanliness standards for vacuum service.
Familiarity with vacuum system assembly, testing, and troubleshooting.
Experience with aerospace grade fabrication of large & complex stainless steel assemblies with intricate machined features, tight tolerances and smooth surface finish.
Experience with large-scale UHV systems for fusion, aerospace, or accelerator physics.
Machining of aerospace grade complex and large assemblies.
Hands-on experience with cleanroom practices and assembly.
Familiarity with nonconformance resolution in vacuum hardware.
American private fusion-energy company developing pulsed magnetic inertial fusion systems for affordable, clean power.
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Full-time
Senior · 8+ years experience
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