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LeadFull-timePythonMachine LearningML
Salary Range
$121,125 - $163,875 /year
This salary is estimated based on similar roles. The actual salary may vary.
About the Role
We are looking for a Plasma Data Scientist specializing in physics-grounded machine learning to join Helion, a fusion power company based in Everett, WA. This role will focus on developing and validating advanced ML frameworks to accelerate experimental FRC plasma modeling.
Key Responsibilities
- βDevelop and validate machine-learning frameworks for FRC plasma-dynamics, leveraging physics-grounded ML approaches
- βIntegrate ML models with existing simulation tools and experimental-diagnostic pipelines
- βReproduce experimental plasma conditions within ML modeling workflows
- βGenerate analysis scripts for post-processing, parsing model outputs, and visualizing correlations
- βCollaborate with plasma-physics, pulsed-power, and transient-magnetics experts
- βCommunicate results through reports, presentations, and technical visualizations
Requirements
- βPhD in Physics, Engineering, Applied Math, Computational Science, Machine Learning, or related field
- β10+ years of experience applying machine learning in experimental or simulation-driven environments
- βExpertise with physics-informed or physics-constrained ML methods
- βExperience integrating ML models with scientific-computing workflows
- βProficiency scripting for data parsing, model analysis, and visualization
- βFamiliarity with magnetic diffusion, circuit coupling, or plasma-dynamics modeling
Benefits
- β Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for employees and their families
- β 31 Days of PTO (21 vacation days and 10 sick days)
- β 10 Paid holidays, plus company-wide winter break
- β Up to 5% employer 401(k) match
- β Short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance
- β Paid parental leave and support (up to 16 weeks)
- β Annual wellness stipend
