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Director of Optical Engineering

xcimer
Companyxcimer
CategoryEngineering
LocationDenver
RemoteOn-site (inferred)
EmploymentFull-time
LevelDirector
SalaryUSD 190k–220k
Posted11 Jun 2026
Last verified10 Aug 2026
SourceEmployer ATS (lever)
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Description
Xcimer   Energy  leverages decades of research on Inertial Fusion Energy (IFE) combined with groundbreaking new laser architecture. Our mission is to deploy fusion power plants to meet global decarbonization goals as fast as possible. Xcimer has assembled a team of leaders in tough tech, fusion science, and manufacturing with  a track record  of rapid execution. Supported by leading investors,  Xcimer  is uniquely positioned to deliver limitless, clean, fusion power to combat climate change. Join us in powering a better world with inertial fusion!     This is a full-time, onsite role based at our headquarters in Denver, CO. As  a  Director of Optical  Engineering   you will  lead  the department which staffs the desig n , development,  qualification  and commissioning  of  state-of-the-art  UV laser  optical   systems for laser-driven inertial fusion. This role combines deep technical  expertise  in optical engineering with organizational leadership responsibility for the Optical Engineering team. You will  be responsible for  building and leading a high-performing team of optical engineers while providing technical direction for the design, analysis, integration, and validation of laser beamlines, diagnostics,  optical coatings, adaptive  optics systems, and other critical optical subsystems.     As a member of the engineering leadership team, you will partner closely with scientists, systems engineers, optical physicists, opto - mechanical engineers, and program leadership to  ensure that the  optical architectures, technical roadmaps, risks, and deliver y   of  optical systems , is accomplished in accordance with the requirements of  Xcimer's   F usion  and Directed E nergy mission s . We are looking for a leader who combines exceptional technical depth with strong people leadership, execution discipline, and a passion for solving some of the world's most challenging engineering problems , while  very comfortable  working in a matrix organization.