Energetics Chemist (Graduates considered)

JR United Kingdom; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a world-leading Rocket Propulsion Technology organization as an Energetics Chemist. Work within the Energetics and Materials Team, focusing on the development and qualification of advanced materials and products for demanding environments. The role involves extensive technical responsibilities and offers training opportunities to enhance your expertise.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry required.
• Practical experience in a disciplined/technical manufacturing or laboratory environment expected.

Responsibilities

• Developing and monitoring propellant to meet energy requirements.
• Managing materials to meet strict design requirements.
• Improving and standardising manufacturing processes.

Skills

High self-motivation

Interest in chemistry/material science

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Job description

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Client:

CBSbutler

Location:

Guildford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

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 researching, developing, qualifying, and manufacturing materials and products to meet demanding requirements.

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

Given the nature of the role, candidates will likely attend specialist training courses and conferences to develop their expertise, 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 standardising manufacturing processes.
• Qualifying propellant and materials according to recognised 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 recognised standards.
• Clearing ingredients and finished materials for manufacturing.
• Researching manufacturing and testing of materials, including mixing technology.

Requirements:

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