R&D Energetics Technician I & II Estes Energetics

Fremont Economic Development Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Discretionary annual bonus plan

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement savings

Wellness programs

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Research and Development Energetics Technician I & II to support the production, assembly, and testing of energetic materials. This role involves hands-on work in controlled environments with a focus on safety and quality procedures. Candidates should have a high school diploma, basic mechanical skills, and preferably 1–3 years of relevant experience. Joining this firm means becoming part of a community dedicated to innovation and excellence in defense and space technology.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand and power tools.
• Ability to follow written instructions in controlled environments.
• 1–3 years of experience in manufacturing or chemical processing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with explosives, emphasizing teamwork for safety.
• Assemble and process energetic components under supervision.
• Record production data and ensure quality compliance.

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Familiarity with hand and power tools

Understanding of manufacturing documentation

Attention to detail

Teamwork skills

Communication skills

Basic computer proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission‑critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality.

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager.

Job Summary:

Voyager Technologies is seeking a Research and Development Energetics Technician I & II to support energetic production efforts. The Manufacturing Technician I supports production, assembly, and testing of energetic materials and propulsion components. This position focuses on hands‑on work in controlled manufacturing environments, following strict safety and quality procedures. The role involves learning and performing routine operations under minimal supervision, supporting manufacturing operators, including handling energetic materials and precision mechanical parts and equipment.

Responsibilities:

• This job requires working with explosives. Teamwork is especially important in all aspects of the job as we strive for safety.
• Assemble and process energetic components and rocket hardware per work instructions and travelers.
• Operate and maintain standard production and mixing equipment under supervision.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and explosive ordnance handling protocols.
• Record production data, inspection results, and material traceability information in accordance with ISO 9001 and internal quality procedures.
• Perform visual inspections and basic measurements using calipers, scales, and gauges to ensure part conformance.
• Maintain clean, organized, and compliant work areas, including housekeeping within classified or controlled spaces.
• Support preventive maintenance tasks and calibration checks on production equipment.
• Report irregularities, safety incidents, or nonconforming conditions promptly to supervision.

Required Qualifications:

• Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand and power tools.
• Understanding of manufacturing documentation (e.g., work orders, drawings, travelers).
• Ability to follow written instructions, especially in controlled or explosive environments.
• Attention to detail and disciplined adherence to safety procedures.
• Basic computer and data entry proficiency (Word, Excel, or ERP system).
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years of experience in manufacturing, chemical processing, or energetics preferred.
• Completion of DoD Explosives Safety or equivalent in‑house safety training within first 1 month.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain State and Federal explosives licenses, including:
  • Be 21 years of age or older.
  • Pass pre‑employment drug test.
  • Pass State and Federal background checks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, 5S, and six sigma methodologies

Voyager offers a comprehensive, total compensation package, which includes competitive salary, a discretionary annual bonus plan, paid time off (PTO), a comprehensive health benefit package, retirement savings, wellness program, and various other benefits. When you join our team, you’re not just an employee; you become part of a dynamic community dedicated to innovation and excellence.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.