Material Scientist

AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · DIRECT HIRE

Material Scientist

South Ventura County, CA · On-Site

Overview

The Role

Drive innovation in aerospace and defense by developing and optimizing energetic materials — propellants, initiators, and pyrotechnics. You’ll lead qualification testing, conduct mechanical and thermal analysis, and guide projects from proposal through production, working closely with cross-functional teams to meet performance, safety, and lifecycle requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Material Science, Physics, Biology, or Chemistry
• R&D and Chemist/Chemical background required
• Explosives, pyrotechnics, and/or ordnance experience ideal
• Ideally 5–10 years in aerospace design and manufacturing with technical lead experience
• FAA standards and AS9100 quality management systems knowledge
• SolidWorks or comparable CAD platform; failure analysis and test data interpretation
• Stress analysis, FEA, machining practices, and product lifecycle management
• Strong communication skills for supplier, customer, and internal team collaboration

Compensation & Schedule

• Salary: $110K – $185K
• Schedule: 4/10 Mon–Thu
• Hours: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Experience: 5–10 Years

Benefits

• Medical / Dental / Vision
• HSA / FSA
• Life Insurance
• PTO & Vacation
• 401(k)
• Employee Stock Purchase
• Profit Share
• Employee Discounts
• Snack & Drink Room