Propulsion Energetics Engineer - Hands-On Propellant

ReLogic Research; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel opportunities

Job summary

ReLogic Research in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Propulsion Energetics Engineer to advance solid rocket motor propulsion from formulation to prototype testing. This hands-on role offers direct impact and ownership on programs supporting national defense.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in a related field and demonstrates energy for lab work, safety, and DoD standards. Travel is expected; team offers growth and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Background or coursework in energetics, propellant chemistry, combustion, or solid rocket motor propulsion.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a hands-on laboratory and manufacturing environment.
• Active Secret security clearance or ability to obtain and maintain a clearance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Support solid rocket motor propellant development, formulation, characterization, and processing activities.
• Assist in development and transition of automated propellant casting processes and related manufacturing technologies.
• Support small-scale static fire testing including test planning, execution, instrumentation, and post-test data reduction.
• Contribute to propellant safety documentation, hazard analysis, and energetics handling procedures.
• Support propellant grain design, ballistic analysis, and motor performance predictions.
• Collaborate with motor case, TPS, and integration teams to support full motor development and transition.
• Contribute to test plans, procedures, and post-test analysis in support of technology maturation milestones.
• Support proposal development and technical documentation as needed.

Skills

Energetics

Propellant chemistry

Data analysis

Hands-on lab

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Background in energetics/propellant propulsion

MS or PhD preferred

Tools

Burn rate testing

DSC

Rheology

Job description

ReLogic Research in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Propulsion Energetics Engineer to advance solid rocket motor propulsion from formulation to prototype testing. This hands-on role offers direct impact and ownership on programs supporting national defense.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in a related field and demonstrates energy for lab work, safety, and DoD standards. Travel is expected; team offers growth and competitive compensation.