Laser Diode Manufacturing Engineer

Overview:

At Inertia we are building the worlds highest average power laser to initialize the first commercial fusion power plant. We are seeking talented engineering leadership to define and execute the strategy for supplying laser diodes at the scale cost and reliability required for fusion energy.

This role is critical to transforming the laser diode industry modernizing assembly processes driving industrial automation and establishing a scalable manufacturing foundation. You will work across suppliers and internal teams to ensure we can meet the demands of power plant deployment to modernize the assembly process. Leverage industrial automation to increase throughput while ensuring quality.

This position will report to the VP of Industrial Engineering.

What you get to do:

• Define baseline assembly process and automation requirements for high-volume laser diode production

• Evaluate and select vendors

• Establish manufacturing best practices across suppliers and internal operations

• Drive yield improvement through yield analysis and failure analysis

What you bring:

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

• Deep experience with QCW Diodes packaging experience

• Proven track record in high volume manufacturing environments

• Strong background in production quality control and process optimization

• Experience with semiconductor back-end packaging experience a plus

Salary & Benefits:

• The base salary range for this role is $180000 - $$240000; The pay range provided is an estimated base range for this role. Exact compensation may vary based on skills experience and education.

• We offer market-competitive compensation and an excellent benefits program including Medical Dental and Vision plans company-paid holidays matching 401k and more!

About Inertia:

Inertia is taking the most direct scientifically-proven path to commercializing fusion leveraging the only successful achievement of fusion ignition using a process that was pioneered at the U.S. Department of Energys (DOE) Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL). With groundbreaking innovation transformative technology and multi-year investment Inertia is committed to commercializing fusion energy in the next decade.

This position requires access to technology software and other information that is subject to governmental access control restrictions due to export controls security classification and/or designation as Controlled Unclassified Information. Employment in this position is conditioned on the candidates eligibility for obtaining and maintaining appropriate government authorization to access technology or information to the extent required including without limitation a security clearance export license or other documentation required to establish authorization to receive access to such items technology or information.

Required Experience:

IC