Junior Chemist

Job Summary
A Chemist is sought to work on projects involving the modernization of explosives and energetic materials production facilities, munitions production, and novel production system design. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and experience in analytical techniques, good laboratory practices, quality control, and exposure to high hazard chemical processes.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with client organizations to provide leadership and vision for safe and cost-effective execution of production capabilities for energetic materials and related applications.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with client representatives and key decision makers.
• Leverage knowledge of synthetic pathways for producing energetic materials and their precursors.
• Familiarity with traditional analytical techniques (TGA, GC-MS, various spectroscopies).
• Basic understanding of mass and heat transport in chemical process systems.
• Ensure proper execution of the project including planning, scheduling, procurements.
• Implement safety and quality programs by all project staff.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or equivalent.
• 0-2 years of experience in a wide variety of analytical techniques.
• Demonstrated experience in planning and prioritization.
• Ability to provide clear written and oral briefings.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with the production, handling, processing, and design of energetic materials related to defense applications.
• Process engineering and integration knowledge is preferred.
• Knowledge of quality requirements and system qualification.