Propulsion Energetics Chemist – Propellant R&D (Hybrid)

CBSbutler; Larkhill; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinderminster-based role in Energetics and Materials Team requires a chemist to research, develop, clear and manufacture materials and products for demanding energy and ballistic criteria.

A genuine interest in chemistry/material science and strong practical lab/manufacturing experience are essential, with specialist training provided to develop skills further in a high-technology, defence-related environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Developing and monitoring propellant to meet energy, mechanical and ballistic requirements.
• Improving, driving efficiencies and standardising associated manufacturing processes.
• Qualifying propellant and materials in accordance with recognised 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 recognised defence and internal standards.
• Clearance of ingredients and finished materials for manufacturing.
• Manufacturing and testing research materials to known and novel processing methods – to include mixing technology.

Skills

Chemistry knowledge

Lab experience

Self-motivation

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Job description

Kinderminster-based role in Energetics and Materials Team requires a chemist to research, develop, clear and manufacture materials and products for demanding energy and ballistic criteria.

A genuine interest in chemistry/material science and strong practical lab/manufacturing experience are essential, with specialist training provided to develop skills further in a high-technology, defence-related environment.