Energetics Operator

Integrated Solutions for Systems, Inc. (IS4S); Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness benefits

Employee ownership

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Integrated Solutions for Systems, Inc. (IS4S) Opelika facility is seeking candidates for energetics operations support, working on DoD‑sponsored contracts in the Opelika, AL area.

Technical degree preferred but not required; BS/BA and 0–15 years experience desired. The role focuses on energetics research and prototyping including mixing, load-and-pack, and testing/characterization, with energetics handling experience strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Technical degree preferred but not required.
• BS/BA and 0-15 years experience desired.
• Energetics research and prototyping responsibilities.
• Prototyping, mixing, load-and-pack, testing/characterization.

Responsibilities

• Support energetics and test range operations in a small team.
• Perform prototyping activities across avionics and defense systems.
• Work on projects for US Government and Commercial customers.

Skills

Energetics handling experience

Hazardous chemicals handling

Laboratory environment experience

Microsoft Office Suite

Independent work in small team

Customer service mindset

Attention to details

Adhere to SOPs

Test support & data acquisition

Machine shop / hand tools

Security background awareness

Education

BS/BA

Technical degree

Job description

IS4S Opelika facility energetics operations support, executing DoD sponsored research contracts within the Opelika, AL area. Technical degree preferred but not required. BS/BA and 0-15 years experience desired. Position focuses on energetics research and prototyping including mixing, load-and-pack, and testing/characterization. Energetics handling experience strongly preferred. Experience in a range setting or laboratory environment preferred. Contract support requires authorization to work legally in the United States and may require a security clearance
This position may include varied daily roles supporting projects, programs, and initiatives for both US Government and Commercial customers. Prototypes and products span Aviation, Missile Defense, Air defense, tactical missile systems, Army launchers, and counter UAS systems. The ideal candidate for this position possesses strong entrepreneurial spirit and work ethic
You will work in a small team environment to support energetics and test range operations

Desired Skills

• Ability to perform manual, strenuous, or physical labor in outdoor setting
• Experience in handling energetics materials
• Experience in handling hazardous chemicals
• Familiarity with ATF, DCMA, and other regulatory bodies
• HAZMAT training / PPE usage
• Ability to adhere to strict work instructions / SOPs
• Test support (building fixtures, diagnostics, data acquisition)
• Machine shop experience / hand tool usage
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a small team environment
• Strong customer service mindset
• Diligent attention to details and standards
• All applicants selected will be subject to a government security background investigation and must possess the ability to obtain a SECRET DoD security clearance

Benefits Summary

• Competitive salary with comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment
• Employee ownership
• Medical, dental, and vision care plans
• Paid time-off and parental leave programs
• Group term life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Tuition Assistance, Training, and education development offerings