Chemistry Technician

AT Process Technologies (ATP) is a pioneering manufacturing company focused on the development and deployment of modular energetics production plants. Using breakthrough chemistry and automation that operates continuously and generates little to no waste, ATP is expanding energetics production to meet the munitions demands of the US and Allies safely, rapidly, and cost effectively. Summary We are seeking a hands-on Chemistry Laboratory Technician to keep our bench and pilot laboratories running. This person is the operational backbone of the lab: preparing and running analytical samples, monitoring experiments and continuous-flow campaigns, executing setup and teardown, and maintaining the equipment, materials, and housekeeping discipline that hazardous chemistry demands. In an energetics laboratory, the quality of sample handling, equipment cleaning, and residue control directly determines both data integrity and personnel safety. The ideal candidate has maniacal attention to detail, extensive bench experience, works methodically by nature, and has handled hazardous or reactive materials before. Key Responsibilities: Execute critical lab experiments with high rigor and precision, generating reliable, actionable data for reaction and unit-operation design and scale-up. Prepare, run, and log analytical samples across the lab's instrument suite (NMR, HPLC, GC-MS, FTIR, DSC/TGA), including sample workup, dilution, filtration, and submission. Manage set-up, tear-down, cleaning of experimental set ups routinely to improve experimental throughput (maximize the number of reactions per day) Perform routine equipment maintenance, calibrations, and preventative maintenance to prevent issues before they arise Enforce laboratory safety standards, including handling of waste streams, SDS documentation, and help coordinate reagent and equipment procurement and set-up in advance of pilot / production campaigns Required Qualifications B.S or M.S in Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline 10+ years of experimental experience in chemical laboratories High proficiency with bench-top synthesis methods, laboratory practices Experience installing, maintaining, and fixing analytical equipment (NMR, HPLC, GC-MS, FTIR) Ability to work hands on in laboratory, fabrication, and plant environments Preferred Qualifications: Experience with continuous-flow chemistry Background in analytical chemistry for quality control (HPLC, IC, NMR, ICP-OES/MS, DSC/TGA) Prior experience with energetic materials, propellants, or other regulated, toxic, or high-hazard chemistries Practical mechanical experience with pilot-scale equipment Additional Requirements Ability to lift 50 lbs U.S. Person and ability to obtain a security clearance Ability to work on-site and travel as needed ITAR Requirements This position requires access to information and technology protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). To conform to these regulations, applicants must be a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 CFR § 120.62, which includes (i) U.S. citizens or nationals, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent residents (green card holders), (iii) refugees under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) asylees under 8 U.S.C. § 1158. Equal Employment Opportunity AT Process Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status Reasonable Accommodation If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. E-Verify AT Process Technologies participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility for all newly hired employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr AT Process Technologies