Specialist Pulsed Power Engineering

Fisica ATI, based in San Leandro, CA, develops cutting-edge pulsed power systems, x-ray and EMP radiation sources, high-voltage switches, & power-conditioning components. These core technologies are applied to build systems for simulating radiation environments, such as space or a nuclear blast, to study how electronics, optics, and materials are affected by radiation. Our products also include systems for flash x-ray imaging, electron beam generation, fusion, high power microwave (HPM) drone defeat, and non-destructive evaluation. The largest pulsed power systems built here produce millions of amps at millions of volts, delivered within hundreds of nanoseconds. The smallest systems are based on semiconductor solid state switching components that are combined in a modular architecture to achieve compact pulsed power systems. Succeeding in these technically demanding applications requires a talented team of curious, self-motivated, passionate scientists, designers, technicians, and engineers. Fisica conducts both R&D and manufacturing to serve a mix of government and commercial customers.

We are seeking a pulsed power engineer to join our team to lead test campaigns on our pulsed power systems and participate in development of new pulsed power and radiation source technologies. The ideal candidate enjoys hands-on work on large machines, technical troubleshooting and problem solving, and working with colleagues and customers to achieve a successful test campaign. Come help our team develop, build, test, and run the next generation of pulsed power systems!

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with a team to conduct tests on large pulsed power machines and radiation sources.
• Contribute to the design and execution of experiments, on real machines or in simulations.
• Tackle new and varied development problems where only general objectives are stated.
• Design and troubleshoot x-ray, e-beam, or RF radiation sources, or components of a pulsed power system such as switches or capacitor banks.
• Develop, troubleshoot, or calibrate diagnostics such as high voltage/current sensors or calorimeters.
• Run basic circuit simulations and compare results to experimental data.
• Apply scientific scrutiny to experimental & simulation results to interpret & draw conclusions.
• Communicate results of experiments or simulations to teammates and customers.
• Prepare presentations and/or scientific writing.
• Work with customers to understand testing requirements and how to achieve them.
• Contribute ideas for impactful advanced R&D projects to the team.
• Actively engage to ensure safety protocols are followed and take required safety training.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS degree or higher in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, or related field.
• 4 years of experience (or 2 years with an MS degree).
• Highly skilled at experimental lab work or working on engines or electronics.
• Comfortable using basic tools and reading engineering drawings to assemble or troubleshoot equipment.
• Experienced in troubleshooting equipment such as vacuum systems, gas systems, data acquisition systems, or electrical systems.
• Comfortable with data analysis of physical time series data.
• Enjoy figuring out how things work, taking things apart and putting back together. 
• Ideal candidates would have a working knowledge of pulsed power or x-ray radiation sources.
• Driven by technical curiosity and an eagerness to learn, self-driven to iterate quickly.
• Excellent communication in oral and written technical English.
• Detail oriented and observant of details that could impact experimental outcomes.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a future Security Clearance is required for the role. Eligibility requires U.S. citizenship.