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Focused Energy · 3 weeks ago

Laser Electronics Optical Technician

Austin, TX

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Focused Energy is a fusion energy startup aiming to generate unlimited clean energy through laser-induced inertial fusion. The Laser Electronics & Optical Technician will support the assembly, integration, testing, and maintenance of advanced laser and optical systems, working closely with engineers to ensure performance and safety requirements are met.

Clean EnergyEnergyRenewable Energy

Responsibilities

Assemble, align, and test advanced laser and optical systems, including beam delivery assemblies

Perform precision optical alignment and verify laser performance (power, wavelength, beam quality, stability)

Build, wire, and troubleshoot laser electronics, power supplies, drivers, and control subsystems

Diagnose and resolve issues across optical, electronic, and electro-optical systems in R&D and prototype environments

Execute preventive maintenance, system upgrades, and calibration to meet performance and safety requirements

Operate safely with high energy lasers, high-voltage electronics, and controlled lab or cleanroom environments

Document system configurations, test results, and procedures, and collaborate closely with engineers and scientists

Must be able to work onsite in our facility in Austin

Qualification

Laser TechnologyElectronics TroubleshootingOptical Systems TestingElectrical Schematics ReadingPrecision Test EquipmentFiber-laser SystemsLaser Safety CertificationCAD Drawings FamiliarityRegulated Lab Experience

Required

Hands-on experience in Electronics, Photonics, Optics, Laser Technology, or a related field

Practical experience assembling, aligning, and testing laser and optical systems

Strong electronics troubleshooting skills

Ability to read electrical schematics and optical diagrams

Experience using precision electrical and optical test equipment

Assemble, align, and test advanced laser and optical systems, including beam delivery assemblies

Perform precision optical alignment and verify laser performance (power, wavelength, beam quality, stability)

Build, wire, and troubleshoot laser electronics, power supplies, drivers, and control subsystems

Diagnose and resolve issues across optical, electronic, and electro-optical systems in R&D and prototype environments

Execute preventive maintenance, system upgrades, and calibration to meet performance and safety requirements

Operate safely with high energy lasers, high-voltage electronics, and controlled lab or cleanroom environments

Document system configurations, test results, and procedures, and collaborate closely with engineers and scientists

Must be able to work onsite in our facility in Austin

Preferred

Experience with fiber-laser or high-energy laser systems

Familiarity with laser safety programs or certification (LSO or equivalent)

Exposure to CAD drawings, optical design tools, or lab automation systems

Background in aerospace, defense, semiconductor, medical device, or advanced R&D environments

Experience working in regulated or safety-critical lab settings

Benefits

Innovative Technology & Mission: Be part of a cutting-edge company working on groundbreaking research in clean energy and scientific discovery.

Career Development: We invest in our people. This is an opportunity to join an early, growing company at the forefront of new technology, where you’ll have the opportunity to develop and grow your career.

Collaborative Culture: Work with great people in a dynamic, international environment with top-tier scientists, engineers and professionals passionate about solving global challenges.

Ownership: Take ownership from day 1 and drive impact by making decisions, solving challenges and shaping the future of our company.

Your Success is our Success: We offer a competitive salary and company ownership in the form of stock options, giving you a direct stake in our success and ownership in what we build together.

Vacation Days: We support your work-life-balance with flexible leave philosophy.

Retirement Plan: Matching 401k contributions.

Events: We organize regular events to foster team bonding, encourage collaboration, and build a strong, supportive company culture. Connect with colleagues across departments, share ideas, and have fun together, both in and outside of the workplace.