Calling the bold.

Calling the bold.

Uncork-backed companies are hiring explorers, builders, and operators ready to help chart new territory.

Uncork-backed companies are hiring explorers, builders, and operators ready to help chart new territory.

Laser / Electro-Optical Technologists

Inertia

Inertia

Livermore, CA, USA
Posted on Jan 6, 2026

Location

Livermore

Employment Type

Full time

Location Type

On-site

Department

Design and Engineering

Overview:

We are seeking a team of laser/photonics professionals to build and operate a suite of optical and laser- based systems for Inertia’s fusion energy program. Working in a newly constructed set of labs, we are building a wide range of test facilities and state-of-the-art capabilities. Come join the team that is creating a new era of clean energy!

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Assemble, build and test precision mechanical, electrical, optical and laser systems

  • Work with the physics, controls and engineering team to deliver high performance integrated capabilities – for example to characterize and optimize laser system performance

  • Support the design and operation of optical metrology test beds

  • Ensure all work is undertaken safely and efficiently

Qualifications and Experience:

Required:

  • Associate Degree in lasers, optics, photonics, or similar subject

  • Experience in precision laboratory environments

Preferred:

  • Experience working with high energy and high power laser systems.

  • Experience with precision alignment, characterization and use of laser diagnostics

Salary & Benefits:

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 Energy’s (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.