Lead R&D Chemist — Energetic Materials & Explosives

Rhodes Wolfe

Kansas

On-site

USD 110,000 - 160,000

Full time

37 hours ago

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Job summary

UTEC is seeking a Lead R&D Chemist in Galena, KS to lead the development of energetic materials and commercial explosives. You will guide a small technical team, drive formulation and scale-up, and ensure safety compliance across projects with customers and partners.

The role requires a chemistry or physics degree and hands-on experience with energetic materials, R&D, and product development, with opportunities for strategic leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or physics is required.
Experience with energetic materials or commercial explosives is required.
Strong background in R&D and product development is required.
Experience with formulation development, testing, scale-up, and process safety is required.
Ability to obtain ATF Employee Possessor status is required.

Responsibilities

Lead research, development, and improvement of formulations involving energetic materials and hazardous systems.
Oversee a small team of scientists, technicians, and lab personnel.
Drive formulation development, testing, scale-up, and process optimization.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, ATF, environmental, and lab safety regulations.
Collaborate with operations and technical personnel on customer projects.
Serve as a technical resource for customers and stakeholders.