Energetics Chemist (Graduates considered)

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Rocket Propulsion Technology seeks an Energetics Chemist in Stoke-on-Trent. The role involves developing propellant and managing materials to comply with rigorous standards while providing opportunities for growth through specialized training. Ideal candidates will have a degree in chemistry and practical experience in a technical environment.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest and aptitude in chemistry/material science.
• Significant practical experience in a disciplined/technical manufacturing/process/lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Developing and monitoring propellant to meet energy, mechanical, and ballistic requirements.
• Qualifying propellant and materials in accordance with recognized standards.
• Managing materials (stocks, quality, performance, legislation) to meet strict design requirements.

Skills

Self-motivation

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Job description

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Energetics Chemist (Graduates considered), Stoke-on-Trent

Client:

CBSbutler

Location:

Stoke-on-Trent, 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 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 standardizing associated manufacturing processes.
• Qualifying propellant and materials in accordance with recognized 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 recognized defence and internal standards.
• Clearance of ingredients and finished materials for manufacturing.
• Manufacturing and testing research materials to known and novel processing methods – including mixing technology.
• Degree in Chemistry.
• A genuine interest and aptitude in chemistry/material science, with a high degree of self-motivation.
• Significant practical experience in a disciplined/technical manufacturing/process/lab environment.