Senior Chemical Technician - Analytical Lab

General Dynamics Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems seeks a Senior Chemical Technician to perform analytical chemical analysis, operate lab equipment, and ensure safety and quality compliance in a climate-controlled environment. You will set up equipment, record data, and follow SOPs in a dynamic laboratory setting.

The role requires Vocational/Technical Training with 2–5 years' experience (or equivalent). Preference is given to candidates with an Associate's Degree in Chemistry or related field.

Qualifications

• Education and experience: Vocational/Technical Training Degree and 2-5 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience.
• Preferred: Associate's Degree; Discipline Major: Chemistry or related discipline preferred.
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Analytical chemistry, Calibration, Laboratory equipment operation, Precision measurement, Sample collection, Record keeping, Laboratory equipment maintenance, Scientific testing, Test monitoring, SOP.

Responsibilities

• Determines the physical and chemical properties of compounds and materials using quantitative and qualitative chemical analysis.
• Performs a variety of chemical tests using instrumental methods and standard test equipment.
• Prepares materials for laboratory examination and conducts quality, safety, and compliance assessments.
• Follows established SOPs and maintains lab equipment.
• Records and tabulates data and documents observations and results.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Calibration

Lab equipment operation

Precision measurement

Sample collection

Record keeping

Lab equipment maintenance

Scientific testing

Test monitoring

SOP

Education

Vocational/Technical Training

Associate's Degree (Preferred)

Job description

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems seeks a Senior Chemical Technician to perform analytical chemical analysis, operate lab equipment, and ensure safety and quality compliance in a climate-controlled environment. You will set up equipment, record data, and follow SOPs in a dynamic laboratory setting.

The role requires Vocational/Technical Training with 2–5 years' experience (or equivalent). Preference is given to candidates with an Associate's Degree in Chemistry or related field.