Chemist I

Mettle Ops • Odon, IN

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Mettle Ops is seeking a Chemist I to join our team in support of the Environmental Protection Branch (Branch 1023) at Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane. This is an embedded, on-site position working alongside Government environmental program managers in a highly collaborative environment. The work directly supports Federal and State environmental compliance across one of the Navy's largest and most complex inland installations. This is a full-time position contingent upon contract award.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry
• Minimum 3 years of experience in environmental sampling and testing (analysis) in relevant program areas
• Knowledge of environmental analytical chemistry methodologies, chemical fate and transport, and sampling of toxic or hazardous chemicals in environmental matrices
• Completed training covering systematic planning processes or development of data quality objectives
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret clearance

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in a relevant science or engineering discipline (may substitute for equivalent experience)
• Experience supporting DoD or Navy environmental programs
• Familiarity with IDEM and USEPA regulatory requirements
• Experience with NELAP-accredited laboratory coordination and ISO/IEC 17025 quality systems

Responsibilities

• Serve as Project Chemist supporting the Environmental Sampling and Testing Analysis Program at NSWC Crane.
• Collect environmental samples from designated locations in accordance with applicable Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs) under programs including NPDES/Wastewater, Industrial Stormwater, Groundwater Monitoring, Drinking Water, and Biosolids.
• Perform field analyses including pH and Total Suspended Solids.
• Maintain calibration records and chain-of-custody documentation.
• Coordinate sample shipment and delivery to accredited laboratories within required hold times.
• Review analytical data packages for verification, validation, and usability prior to Government submission.
• Support laboratory audits of primary and third-party laboratories.
• Contribute to Quality Management Plan development.
• Assist the Quality Assurance Manager with corrective action reporting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level