Kinetics Production Lead: Energetic Systems

Destinus; Katwijk; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Destinus is seeking a Kinetics Specialist for Production to lead technical activities across safety, quality and manufacturing for energetic systems. You will ensure design intent translates to scalable production while maintaining strict safety and regulatory compliance.

You will own propulsion and energetic systems, coordinate with engineering and production teams, and mentor junior staff, traveling as needed to support global programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and 5+ years in munitions/energetic materials.
• Proven hands-on expertise with kinetic weapons systems and explosive production.
• Strong knowledge of explosive safety standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience with ITAR/EAR and defense trade compliance requirements.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight for production of kinetic defense items and energetic components.
• Monitor, optimize, and troubleshoot manufacturing processes for quality and safety.
• Coordinate with engineering and production teams on design updates and process changes.
• Perform root cause analysis for defects and non-conformances.
• Own kinetic systems including munitions, energetics, rocket motors, fuses, and guided systems.
• Support system integration, testing, and validation of prototypes and production units.
• Oversee handling, storage, transport, and disposal of energetic materials.
• Develop SOPs, hazard analyses, and risk assessments; ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Design production and handling sites for energetic materials; manage documentation.

Skills

5+ years experience

Technical leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Safety-first mindset

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

CAD tools

Statistical process control

Job description

Destinus is seeking a Kinetics Specialist for Production to lead technical activities across safety, quality and manufacturing for energetic systems. You will ensure design intent translates to scalable production while maintaining strict safety and regulatory compliance.

You will own propulsion and energetic systems, coordinate with engineering and production teams, and mentor junior staff, traveling as needed to support global programs.