Explosives QA/QC Chemist — Analytical & Process Expert

Critical Materials Group; Ballinger (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Critical Materials Group in Ballinger, TX seeks a Production Chemist to perform in-process and finished-product chemical analysis on production explosives, ensuring conformance to specifications and regulatory standards.

The role involves troubleshooting processing issues, assisting with equipment layout and process design, and supporting environmental compliance, while maintaining safety with energetic materials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or closely related physical science.
• Minimum 3–5 years of analytical/QC laboratory experience in regulated chemical manufacturing or explosives.
• Hands-on proficiency with standard analytical techniques (e.g., HPLC/GC, ion chromatography, FTIR/UV-Vis, titrimetry, Karl Fischer moisture, DSC/TGA).
• Working knowledge of quality systems, statistical process control, and root-cause/CAPA methodology.
• Familiarity with ATF, DOT, OSHA PSM, EPA regulations, and NFPA standards; strong safety commitment.

Responsibilities

• Collect and prepare representative in-process and finished-product samples following established sampling protocols.
• Perform quantitative and qualitative analyses to confirm chemical composition, concentration, and conformance to specification.
• Generate Certificates of Analysis (COA) and maintain audit-ready batch and test records.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instrumentation; ensure measurement traceability and instrument qualification.
• Work with contractors and SMEs to develop RDX, HMX, and LAP processes and future CMG facilities.
• Investigate out-of-specification results and process deviations; recommend CAPA and support corrective actions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Technical writing

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related physical science

Master's degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

HPLC/GC

Ion chromatography

FTIR/UV-Vis

Titrimetry

Karl Fischer

DSC/TGA

Density/particle size

Job description

Critical Materials Group in Ballinger, TX seeks a Production Chemist to perform in-process and finished-product chemical analysis on production explosives, ensuring conformance to specifications and regulatory standards.

The role involves troubleshooting processing issues, assisting with equipment layout and process design, and supporting environmental compliance, while maintaining safety with energetic materials.