Open Roles
We have multiple openings for NIF Laser System Operators supporting the Beam Control System (BCS) and Injection Laser System (ILS) in the NIF Control Room. You will be a vital member of the operations team at the National Ignition Facility (NIF), supporting the world's most energetic laser system. This is an exciting time to join the team that achieved fusion ignition in December 2022, a historic moment in science opening new physics regimes and setting the stage for new fusion energy possibilities.
As a Control Room Operator, you will work in a multidisciplinary team to develop, deploy, and maintain complex laser systems while ensuring reliable and safe functioning of beam control and injection laser subsystems. You will oversee real-time operation of laser beam control and injection systems, ensuring precise alignment, timing, and pulse shaping for experiments. You will monitor system diagnostics, perform automated and manual adjustments, collect and analyze performance data, and document issues or corrective actions. You will collaborate with technical staff to prepare and reset systems for each shot, conduct routine maintenance and calibrations, and respond promptly to alarms or faults.
NIF is a 24/7 operational facility requiring shift work. This position requires on-site presence for control room operations.