Formulations Manager, Rocket Motor Systems

Anduril Industries; Huntsville (MS); On-site; USD 144,000 - 191,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous PTO plans

Professional development reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Job summary

A defense technology company located in Huntsville, Mississippi, is looking for a Formulations Manager to lead the development of solid rocket motors. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience with energetic materials and propellant chemistry, along with proven technical leadership skills. The role involves managing a team of formulators, ensuring compliance and safety, and developing new processes for a rapidly growing division. This position offers competitive benefits and salary ranging from $144,000 to $191,000 USD.

Qualifications

• Experience with energetic materials and solid composite propellant manufacture.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance.
• Demonstrated ability to operate in a fast-paced, challenging environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of formulators in executing production and research propellant programs.
• Maintain compliance of explosive sensitivity limits for propellant formulations.
• Manage group budget and allocate resources for critical contracts.

Skills

Technical leadership

Problem-solving

Rocket motor manufacture

Propellant chemistry

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field

Job description

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting‑edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

About The Team

Anduril’s Tactical Recon & Strike (TRS) is a division with two missions: 1) build highly capable autonomous drones, and 2) build solid rocket motors at scale. We transform products like Ghost, Anvil, Bolt, and Altius from early concepts into fully operational capabilities by partnering closely with specialist engineering, operations, and production teams. Through our Anduril Rocket Motor Systems (RMS) team, we design and manufacture solid rocket motors using advanced materials, proprietary formulations, and high-volume production methods—delivering safe, reliable propulsion systems that support a wide range of mission requirements. TRS hires software engineers & hardware engineers, who are excited to build across a diverse and powerful portfolio—from autonomous aerial systems to high-performance solid rocket motors. Our teams contribute to highly capable autonomous robotics systems and propulsion products that operate reliably in the most demanding mission environment.

About The Job

Anduril – Rocket Motor Systems is seeking a Formulations Manager to join our organization. The Rocket Motor Systems group designs, develops, and manufactures next-generation solid rocket motors for defense and space applications at Anduril. The ideal candidate has both experience with energetic materials and solid composite propellant manufacture and formulation and previous technical functional management experience. This role requires in-depth knowledge of propellant chemistry/processing, robust experience in rocket motor testing, and the ability to lead and mentor a team of formulators.

What You’ll Do

• Lead a team of 3-5 formulators in executing production, development, and research propellant programs and projects.
• Maintain compliance of acceptable explosive sensitivity limits for safe scaleup and manufacture of multiple solid propellant formulations.
• Manage group budget and properly allocate resources to ensure the success of critical contracts and efforts.
• Regularly create new processes and procedures from scratch and implement them across a rapidly‑growing business line.
• Act in an approval role for business‑critical functions such as:
  • statement of work accuracy.
  • energetic operations safety board.
  • material acceptance, compatibility, and sensitivity.
  • capital expenses including new buildings/facilities, new equipment, and new chemical instrumentation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• U.S. citizenship is required as this position will access export‑controlled and sensitive data.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance.
• Demonstrated technical leadership and ability to solve complex problems.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving skills and the ability to operate in a fast‑paced, challenging environment.
• Demonstrated technical leadership and execution.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in rocket motor manufacture, composite propellants, and energetic materials.
• Active DOD Secret or Top Secret security clearance.

US Salary Range

$144,000—$191,000 USD

Healthcare Benefits

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full‑time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top‑tier benefits for full‑time employees, including:

• US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
• UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
• IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

Additional Benefits

• Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
• Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
• Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
• Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work‑life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
• Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development.
• Commuter Benefits: Company‑funded commuter benefits based on your region.
• Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.

Retirement Savings Plan

• US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after‑tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
• UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.
• AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.

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