Senior R&D Manager, Solid Propulsion Systems

PROMETHEUS ENERGETICS, LLC

Bloomington (IN)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 190,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Job summary

Prometheus Energetics seeks an R&D Manager – Solid Propulsion to lead a multi-disciplinary team in propellant development, materials formulation, and propulsion subsystem design in Bloomington, IN. You will guide laboratory-scale testing, pilot-scale transitions, and ensure program milestones align with ballistic targets and safety requirements.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in solid rocket motor development or energetic materials, with strong technical leadership and rocket motor testing

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related technical field required.
  • Master's or Ph.D. preferred with concentration in energetic materials, polymer science, or propulsion.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a multi-disciplinary team of chemists, materials engineers, and test specialists.
  • Define and execute the R&D roadmap for solid propulsion subsystems.
  • Oversee transition from lab to pilot-scale and full-rate production.
  • Direct static fire test campaigns, data reduction, and root-cause investigations.
  • Interface with program management, QA, and customers on baselines and milestones.

Skills

Technical leadership
Rocket motor testing
Energetic materials
Program management
Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree
Advanced degree preferred

Tools

FTIR
DSC
TGA
DMA
Rheometry

Job description

Prometheus Energetics seeks an R&D Manager – Solid Propulsion to lead a multi-disciplinary team in propellant development, materials formulation, and propulsion subsystem design in Bloomington, IN. You will guide laboratory-scale testing, pilot-scale transitions, and ensure program milestones align with ballistic targets and safety requirements.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in solid rocket motor development or energetic materials, with strong technical leadership and rocket motor testing

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