Energetics Chemist (Graduates considered)

JR United Kingdom; Bath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Rocket Propulsion Technology organisation is seeking an Energetics Chemist to join their team in Bath. The role involves developing advanced materials for defence applications, managing the manufacture of propellants, and ensuring compliance with stringent quality standards. Successful candidates will receive comprehensive training and can expect to work in a dynamic and fast-paced research environment.

Qualifications

• Candidates will attend specialist training courses to develop expertise.
• Experience in materials and propellant development is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Developing and monitoring propellant to meet energy and ballistic requirements.
• Qualifying materials in accordance with recognised defence standards.
• Manufacturing and testing research materials.

Skills

Research and development

Materials qualification

Manufacturing processes

Quality management

Education

Degree in Chemistry or related field

Job description

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Energetics Chemist (Graduates considered), Bath

Client: CBSbutler

Location: Bath, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

• Salary dependent on experience

A truly unique opportunity to join a world leading Rocket Propulsion Technology organisation!

Working within the Energetics and Materials Team, you would be responsible for the research, development, clearance, and manufacture of materials and products to meet demanding requirements.

These requirements include physical, chemical, thermal, mechanical, and ballistic properties under extreme conditions of temperature, pressure, vibration.

Given the nature of the role, it is unlikely that candidates will have knowledge and experience in all aspects of the role. Hence, the successful candidate will attend specialist training courses and conferences to develop their expertise, alongside on-the-job training to develop the necessary skills and competences.

Technical Responsibilities - Energetics Chemist

• Developing and monitoring propellant to meet energy, mechanical, and ballistic requirements.
• Improving, driving efficiencies, and standardising associated manufacturing processes.
• Qualifying propellant and materials in accordance with recognised defence and internal standards.
• Managing materials (stocks, quality, performance, legislation) to meet strict design requirements.
• Supporting, monitoring, and improving associated manufacturing processes.
• Qualifying materials in accordance with recognised defence and internal standards.
• Clearance of ingredients and finished materials for manufacturing.
• Manufacturing and testing research materials using known and novel processing methods, including mixing technology.