Why This Role MattersPacific Fusion is looking for a Senior Target Fabrication Engineer specializing in precision assembly and project management to join our growing target fabrication team. In this role, you will be a primary bridge between target design and physical realization, ensuring that complex, high-precision assemblies are delivered on schedule. Your work in managing the lifecycle of these targets from component sourcing to final integration is critical to maintaining the high-cadence production on the road to commercial fusion energy.
What You'll Do- Manage the end-to-end delivery of fusion targets to internal departments, ensuring all technical requirements, budgets, and schedules are met.
- Lead the precision assembly of complex target systems, utilizing specialized techniques to integrate components with micron-level accuracy.
- Coordinate across working groups to understand internal customer requirements and translate them into actionable fabrication and assembly plans.
- Design and implement assembly fixtures and specialized tooling to improve the repeatability and reliability of target builds.
- Establish project timelines and resource plans to transition from R&D prototypes to a high-throughput production environment.
- Oversee quality control and documentation for delivered targets, ensuring each assembly meets rigorous design intent and inspection standards.
What You Bring- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field; a Master's or PhD is a plus.
- Proven experience in project management within a precision engineering environment, specifically managing the delivery of complex assemblies.
- Hands-on expertise in precision assembly techniques and a deep understanding of GD&T and technical drawings.
- Ability to drive a project through all stages of development, from initial concept and prototyping to high-cadence internal delivery.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to act as a technical liaison between scientists, engineers, and fabrication technicians.
- Proficiency in CAD modeling for the design of assembly jigs, fixtures, and handling equipment.
Bonus Points For- Experience managing small-scale, high-complexity hardware with micron-level tolerances and delicate material interfaces.
- Deep understanding of chemical and material bonding techniques that includes glue, epoxy, soldering, and precision welding
- Background in automated assembly or developing semi-automated systems for a production environment.
- Familiarity with cleanroom operations and cryogenic vacuum systems.
- Knowledge of advanced metrology for verifying complex 3D assemblies, such as radiography or tomography.
Pay Range:
$175,900-$263,800 USD
Total Compensation & Benefits for Eligible Employees- Industry-competitive salary
- Equity plan
- 6% employer 401k matching
- Generous paid time off (including sick leave, vacation, paid family leave)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Actual base salary offered will be determined by: experience, skills, and work location. This range is for base salary, our total compensation includes equity and benefits. We welcome you to apply even if your expectations are outside our listed range.
