Fiber Optic Specialist (Fusion Machine)

About the role

The Fiber Optic Specialist will support R&D and production teams on the SPARC fusion machine by handling, splicing, testing and maintaining thousands of optical fibers. This on‑site, full‑time position works within a multidisciplinary group of technicians and engineers to ensure reliable fiber performance throughout the machine’s lifecycle.

Key responsibilities

• Handle, route, splice, test and repair thousands of fibers used in the SPARC fusion device.
• Integrate small mechanical assemblies (passthrough flanges, enclosures) alongside fiber work.
• Install composite or polymer wrappings for fibers and their housings.
• Train fellow technicians on proper installation, splicing, routing and measurement procedures.
• Develop and improve safety protocols for laser and fiber‑optic handling.
• Provide fiber solutions for both manufacturing and R&D needs.

Required profile

• Minimum 4 years of experience in fiber‑optic field applications.
• Proven ability to measure attenuation, insertion loss and perform spectral analysis using equipment such as OTDR, OSA, OBR and power meters.
• Hands‑on experience with fiber handling in a laboratory setting following industry standards.
• Bonus: 7 + years experience, work with distributed sensing arrays, polyimide‑coated fibers, and at least one year of teaching/training fiber‑splicing techniques.

Required skills

• Fiber splicing
• OTDR operation
• OSA and OBR usage
• Power‑meter measurements
• Attenuation and insertion‑loss measurement
• Spectral analysis
• Fiber handling and routing
• Mechanical integration of fiber‑related assemblies
• Composite/polymer wrapping installation
• Laser safety protocol implementation

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge fusion energy technology.
• Collaborative environment with engineers, technicians and scientists.
• Professional development and training opportunities.