Sr Material Scientist-Energetic Materials

JSG (Johnson Service Group, Inc.); Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Service Group is seeking a Sr. Material Scientist (Energetic Materials) in Oxnard, CA, for an Aircraft company. Relocation is provided for qualified candidates.

You will lead development and qualification of energetic materials for aerospace systems and work across engineering, manufacturing and suppliers. The role requires 5–10 years in aerospace or related manufacturing, MS in a materials field (PhD preferred), and strong knowledge of standards and testing.

Qualifications

• M.S. in materials-related field; PhD preferred.
• 5–10 years in aerospace or related manufacturing.
• Experience leading projects from proposal through production release.
• Strong knowledge of product development, qualification testing, and aerospace regulations.
• Experience with MIL-STD-810, DO-160, RCCA, SDRLs, and customer requirements.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, testing, and customers.

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, and qualify energetic materials for aerospace CAD/PAD systems.
• Characterize materials using DSC, TGA, spectroscopy; analyze aging and performance.
• Lead product development from concept to production release.
• Define material specifications and support testing.
• Troubleshoot material/manufacturing issues to improve quality.
• Ensure compliance with MIL-STD, NASA, DoD, OSHA, FAA, AS9100.
• Conduct failure analyses and prepare reports.
• Collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and customers.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

M.S. in Materials Science, Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, or related field

PhD preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

PLM (Enovia, Teamcenter, Windchill)

FEA

Job description

Johnson Service Group is a nationwide staffing company looking for a Sr. Material Scientist (Energetic Materials) with 5-10 years of experience in Aerospace design and manufacturing environment or equivalent industry. This is a Direct hire job in the Oxnard, CA area for an Aircraft company.

Relocation provided for qualified candidates!

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, evaluate, and qualify energetic materials (propellants, pyrotechnics, initiators) for aerospace CAD/PAD systems.
• Perform material characterization (DSC, TGA, spectroscopy) and analyze aging, durability, and performance.
• Lead product development from concept through qualification and production release.
• Define material specifications and support ballistic, ignition, environmental, and qualification testing.
• Troubleshoot material and manufacturing issues while improving quality, performance, and manufacturability.
• Ensure compliance with MIL-STD, NASA, DoD, OSHA, FAA, and AS9100 standards.
• Conduct failure analysis (RCCA/FMEA), prepare technical reports, specifications, and customer documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and customers throughout the product lifecycle.

Required Qualifications:

• M.S. in Materials Science, Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, or related field (PhD preferred).
• 5–10 years in aerospace or related manufacturing.
• Experience leading projects from proposal through production release.
• Strong knowledge of product development, qualification testing, and aerospace regulations.
• Experience with MIL-STD-810, DO-160, RCCA, SDRLs, and customer requirements.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, testing, and customers.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of aerospace/military standards and energetic materials.
• Blueprint reading, GD&T, tolerance analysis.
• Experience with SolidWorks, PLM (Enovia, Teamcenter, Windchill), FEA, and stress analysis.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working safely with hazardous and energetic materials using required PPE.

** Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.