Onsite Jr Chemical Engineer – Defense Production Clearance

Applied-Research-Associates,-Inc; Indian Head (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Research Associates, Inc. seeks a Junior Chemical Engineer to support the modernization of explosives and energetic materials production facilities and munitions production systems.

You will collaborate with subject matter experts, federal stakeholders, and production operations to assist with startup activities for Nitramine Grinding Operations. The role requires a US citizenship, ability to obtain an Interim Secret clearance, and daily onsite work at the Naval Surface Warfare Center

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or related scientific field with 0-2 years of related work experience.
• U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain a security clearance.
• Experience with process safety and material handling ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Ability to work effectively in high-pressure, dynamic environments, managing rapid changes in program scope, funding, and priorities.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to tailor presentations and reports to diverse technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to undergo and pass a Department of Transportation compliant medical exam.
• Ability to undergo and pass a drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Assist with startup of Nitramine Grinding Operations.
• Support process safety and regulatory compliance on site.
• Collaborate with explosives and munitions SMEs and stakeholders.

Skills

Process safety

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Teamwork

Security clearance eligibility

US citizenship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field

Job description

Applied Research Associates, Inc. seeks a Junior Chemical Engineer to support the modernization of explosives and energetic materials production facilities and munitions production systems.

You will collaborate with subject matter experts, federal stakeholders, and production operations to assist with startup activities for Nitramine Grinding Operations. The role requires a US citizenship, ability to obtain an Interim Secret clearance, and daily onsite work at the Naval Surface Warfare Center