Energetics Chemist (Graduates considered)

JR United Kingdom; Oxford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A unique opportunity exists within a leading Rocket Propulsion Technology organization for an Energetics Chemist. This role involves the research, development, and qualification of materials for challenging applications. Candidates will receive specialized training to enhance their skills in a high-demand field.

Qualifications

• Significant practical experience in a technical manufacturing, process, or lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor propellant to meet energy and mechanical requirements.
• Improve and standardize manufacturing processes.
• Qualify propellant and materials according to defense standards.

Skills

Interest in chemistry/material science

Self-motivation

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Job description

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Client:

CBSbutler

Location:

Oxford district, United Kingdom

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Other

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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 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.

Candidates will attend specialist training courses and conferences to develop their expertise, alongside on-the-job training to acquire necessary skills and competencies.

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 according to defence and internal standards.
• Manage materials (stocks, quality, performance, legislation) to meet strict design requirements.
• Support, monitor, and improve manufacturing processes.
• Qualify materials for manufacturing.
• Clearance of ingredients and finished materials.
• Research and test 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.