Analytical Chemist — Space & Defense Lab (Onsite CO)

Voyager Technologies, Inc.; Pueblo County (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

Health, dental, vision coverage

Gym membership

Job summary

Voyager Technologies, based in Pueblo, CO, is seeking an Analytical Chemist for chemical and rocket motor manufacturing to perform quality control and testing per MILSPEC standards. You will develop analytical capabilities, drive test method development, and support equipment selection and calibration in the Chemical Lab, reporting to the Lab Manager on site in Pueblo.

Join a mission-driven team tackling high-stakes projects and help ensure product integrity and safety across materials and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field with 3-4 years of experience in an analytical laboratory environment OR Master’s degree with 1-2 years of experience
• Experience with analytical instrumentation including ICP-OES, load frame, bomb calorimeter, gravimetric analysis, and related equipment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in managing multiple tasks, conducting experiments, and recording data
• Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
• Experience with safety reviews for chemical testing and processes, including oxidizers or other energetic or hazardous materials
• Experience writing and maintaining quality documentation including SOPs, test worksheets, and batch records
• Experience with LIMS for sample tracking and data management
• Eligible to obtain and maintain State and Federal explosives licenses (must be 21+ and pass drug and background checks)

Responsibilities

• Execute chemical and physical tests per MILSPEC standards for raw materials, in-process oxidizers, and final composite materials; generate CoAs
• Assist in development and implementation of new chemical production processes, sampling methods, and test procedures
• Perform mechanical property, thermal stability, raw material, and particle size analyses in support of rocket motor manufacturing
• Assist with equipment selection to support expansion of lab capabilities
• Manage sample chain of custody and traceability from incoming inspection through final disposition
• Record, document, and analyze experimental data; prepare technical reports, CoAs, and presentations
• Develop, write, and maintain laboratory SOPs, test worksheets, and batch records
• Cooperate with government scientists to support MILSPEC updates; assist in calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of lab equipment

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Quality testing

Data recording

Verbal/written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field with 3-4 years experience

Master's degree in Chemistry or related field with 1-2 years experience

Tools

ICP-OES

Load frame

Bomb calorimeter

Gravimetric analysis

LIMS

Job description

Voyager Technologies, based in Pueblo, CO, is seeking an Analytical Chemist for chemical and rocket motor manufacturing to perform quality control and testing per MILSPEC standards. You will develop analytical capabilities, drive test method development, and support equipment selection and calibration in the Chemical Lab, reporting to the Lab Manager on site in Pueblo.

Join a mission-driven team tackling high-stakes projects and help ensure product integrity and safety across materials and