Research & Development Chemist (Energetics)

Responsibilities Initiate, design, execute testing and interpret data for the development of industrial energetic products. Conduct exploratory research and synthesis to further existing knowledge or produce new knowledge and add to the development of potential products. Perform chemical analyses of various materials and chemicals. Broaden the knowledge base of state‑of‑the‑art principles and theories. Communicate difficult concepts and negotiate with others to adopt practical and applicable solutions to R&D challenges in the energetics field. Interface with engineering, safety and production staff to lead functional teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity. Mentor lower‑level chemists. Demonstrate safety‑related energetic materials practices. Collaborate with engineering associates in support of product function‑related investigations. Apply problem‑solving skills to introduce innovative solutions. Interface with powder processing for the manufacture/scale‑up of existing or new R&D materials. Determine needs and prepare CARs and other documentation related to new instrumentation and equipment purchases. Review and edit reports, presentations and other documents related to engineering, manufacturing and/or chemistry activities, including technical test plans and reports. Generate white papers and support proposal preparation. Work proficiently with all laboratory instrumentation and operations. Maintain a working knowledge of powder processing operations and testing requirements. Possess general understanding of engineering and test protocols related to ordnance operations. Perform independent chemical research and development. Conduct non‑routine analyses that may require procedural modifications. Travel up to 25% of the time in support of R&D expansion. Qualifications Education: BS, MS or Ph.D. in chemistry or a related technical discipline. Experience: 7+ years in a technical and manufacturing environment in the aerospace/defense industry with a BS degree, 4+ years with an MS degree, or 1+ year with a Ph.D.; ordnance experience is required; polymer chemistry experience is a plus. Benefits & Compensation Bonus or equity as part of the total compensation package. Salary range: 104,300 – 193,700 (local currency). Equal Opportunity Employer We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, sex, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, or veteran status. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer. Please note that U.S. citizenship is required for this position due to U.S. Government contractual requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ralliant