Energetics Chemist (Graduates considered)

JR United Kingdom; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a world-leading rocket propulsion technology organization as an Energetics Chemist. In this role, you'll be responsible for researching and developing materials to meet extreme requirements. This unique opportunity offers the chance to gain specialist training while working on cutting-edge technologies.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry required.
• Genuine interest and self-motivation in chemistry/material science.
• Significant practical experience in a technical manufacturing or lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor propellant to meet energy, mechanical, and ballistic requirements.
• Manage materials to meet strict design requirements.
• Research and test materials using known and novel processing methods.

Skills

Self-motivation

Interest in chemistry/material science

Practical experience in manufacturing or lab environment

Education

Degree in Chemistry

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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 organisation!

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

Given the nature of the role, candidates may not have knowledge in all aspects. Successful candidates will attend specialist training courses and conferences, along with on-the-job training to develop necessary skills and competences.

Technical Responsibilities - Energetics Chemist

• Develop and monitor propellant to meet energy, mechanical, and ballistic requirements.
• Improve, drive efficiencies, and standardize manufacturing processes.
• Qualify propellant and materials per defence and internal standards.
• Manage materials (stocks, quality, performance, legislation) to meet strict design requirements.
• Support, monitor, and improve manufacturing processes.
• Qualify materials in accordance with standards.
• Clearance of ingredients and finished materials for manufacturing.
• Research and test materials using known and novel processing methods, 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 lab environment.