Optics Manufacturing Development Engineer

At Inertia, we plan to build the world’s largest laser to initiate the world’s first fusion power plant. We need talented engineers to take on the challenge of scaling up various optical components (laser glass and optics, traditional lens, micro lens array, etc.) to unprecedented volume to supply the laser system.

This role will be critical to evaluate feasibility of suppliers, bring up pilot production, and scale up to production volume to supply the fusion power plant.

The role will report to the VP of Industrial Engineering.

Engage internal design teams to consolidate all design requirements, and document the requirements for vendor engagement.

Engage suppliers for feasibility, scale, and cost deep dives

Monitor pilot production bring up

Establish manufacturing best practices

Collaborate with quality engineering to implement production quality control

Yield analysis and failure analysis

B.S. with 10 years of experience, or M.S. with 7 years of experience

Experience with glass and ceramic fabrication processes a must