Material Scientist

AYM; Ventura (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Dental / Vision

HSA / FSA

401(k)

Employee Stock Purchase

Profit Share

Employee Discounts

PTO & Vacation

Job summary

AYM is looking for a Material Scientist in South Ventura County, CA to lead innovation in aerospace and defense, focusing on energetic materials such as propellants and pyrotechnics. Responsibilities include optimizing materials, conducting testing, and driving projects.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, along with 5-10 years of experience in aerospace design and a background in R&D. The position offers a competitive salary range of $110K - $185K and an excellent benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years in aerospace design and manufacturing with technical lead experience.
• Knowledge of FAA standards and AS9100 quality management systems.
• Stress analysis and FEA experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive innovation in aerospace by developing and optimizing energetic materials.
• Lead qualification testing and conduct mechanical and thermal analysis.
• Guide projects from proposal through production and collaborate with teams.

Skills

R&D background

Explosives experience

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Material Science, Physics, Biology, or Chemistry

Tools

SolidWorks or comparable CAD platform

Job description

AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · DIRECT HIRE

Material Scientist

South Ventura County, CA · On-Site

Overview

The Role

Drive innovation in aerospace and defense by developing and optimizing energetic materials — propellants, initiators, and pyrotechnics. You’ll lead qualification testing, conduct mechanical and thermal analysis, and guide projects from proposal through production, working closely with cross-functional teams to meet performance, safety, and lifecycle requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Material Science, Physics, Biology, or Chemistry
• R&D and Chemist/Chemical background required
• Explosives, pyrotechnics, and/or ordnance experience ideal
• Ideally 5–10 years in aerospace design and manufacturing with technical lead experience
• FAA standards and AS9100 quality management systems knowledge
• SolidWorks or comparable CAD platform; failure analysis and test data interpretation
• Stress analysis, FEA, machining practices, and product lifecycle management
• Strong communication skills for supplier, customer, and internal team collaboration

Compensation & Schedule

• Salary: $110K – $185K
• Schedule: 4/10 Mon–Thu
• Hours: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Experience: 5–10 Years

Benefits

• Medical / Dental / Vision
• HSA / FSA
• Life Insurance
• PTO & Vacation
• 401(k)
• Employee Stock Purchase
• Profit Share
• Employee Discounts
• Snack & Drink Room