Energetics Chemist (Graduates considered)

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

Job summary

A leading organization in Rocket Propulsion Technology seeks an Energetics Chemist. This role involves the research, development, and manufacture of materials to meet demanding specifications. Candidates will receive training to develop necessary skills for success in this exciting field.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry required.
• Interest and aptitude in chemistry/material science with high self-motivation.
• Significant practical experience in a disciplined/technical manufacturing, process, or lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor propellants to meet energy, mechanical, and ballistic requirements.
• Manage materials to meet strict design requirements.
• Manufacturing and testing research materials using known and novel processing methods.

Skills

Chemistry

Material Science

Self-Motivation

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Job description

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Client:

CBSbutler

Location:

Bradford, 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

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Job Description:

• Salary dependent on experience

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

Working within the Energetics and Materials Team, you will 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, candidates are unlikely to have knowledge and experience in all aspects. Therefore, the successful candidate will attend specialist training courses and conferences, alongside on-the-job training to develop the necessary skills and competencies.

Technical Responsibilities - Energetics Chemist

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

Requirements:

• Degree in Chemistry.
• Interest and aptitude in chemistry/material science, with high self-motivation.
• Significant practical experience in a disciplined/technical manufacturing, process, or lab environment.