Inertia · 2 months ago
Design Physicist – LPI and Low-Density Plasmas
Livermore, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelInertia is a company focused on commercializing fusion energy, leveraging groundbreaking innovations and technologies. They are seeking a Design Physicist to study laser-plasma interaction and improve predictive modeling for fusion targets, collaborating closely with systems modeling and laser science teams.
Clean EnergyEnergy ManagementPower GridRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Studying speckle formation and beam smoothing in high-powered laser systems
Using simulation tools, such as pF3D, to estimate laser propagation and instability growth for Inertia
Collaborating with LLNL on an Inertia-LLNL contract to model LPI using LLNL simulation capabilities
Designing and analyzing laser–plasma experiments to study energy coupling, instability mitigation, and cross-beam energy transfer, integrating insights into the laser system and target design
Qualification
Required
PhD in Physics, Applied Physics, Nuclear Engineering, or related field
Strong foundation in plasma physics and computational modeling
Background in laser–plasma interaction or inertial confinement fusion research
Experience with simulation tools or programming (Python, C++, or equivalent)
Preferred
Familiarity with Maxwell–Vlasov (MV), MVFP, and PIC codes
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision plans
Company-paid holidays
Matching 401k
And more!
Company
Inertia
Inertia is a fusion-energy company that builds and generates commercialized fusion powers.
Founded in 2024
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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