Computational Multiphysics Scientist

The scientific responsibility

Connect optical, thermal and mechanical predictions without allowing a simulation to become evidence by itself. Quantify numerical and parameter uncertainty separately.

Technical depth we are looking for

Finite-element or boundary-element methods; meshing; convergence; coupled solvers; sensitivity analysis; reduced-order models.

We expect research-level command of the relevant physics and methods, plus the ability to explain assumptions to adjacent specialists. A doctorate or equivalent demonstrated achievement is appropriate; the evidence of your work matters more than a particular institution.

Evidence to bring

A model validated against independent data, including mesh and timestep studies and a record of discrepancy.

Provide public or authorized links and distinguish your individual contribution from the team’s work. Include a failure, correction or negative result that improved your judgment. Do not send confidential material.

Your first design assignment

Build a minimal coupled model of absorbed power, temperature field and readout shift, with parameters that can actually be measured.

This is a proposed priority after appointment, not an unpaid application assignment. The exact scope follows funding, access to appropriate facilities and an agreed work plan.

The failure mode you must be able to expose

A converged solver applied to an unjustified boundary condition, or tuning the model to the same data used for validation.

A concrete first deliverable

A versioned model, benchmark cases, sensitivity rankings and a validation plan.

Acceptance should be based on inspectable records, stated limitations and independent technical review. A positive propulsion result is not a prerequisite for useful scientific work.

A question for our technical conversation

Which unmeasured parameter most limits the usefulness of your prediction?

Appointment and compensation

This is a proposed capability profile within the model & materials program. Selected full-time founding appointments are proposed at USD $1M starting annual base salary with a USD $10M+ milestone bonus opportunity, subject to secured funding and signed terms. Location, benefits, start date and exact scope remain to be agreed. Read the complete compensation framework.