Energetics Lab Manager

Ursa Major • Berthoud, CO

31d • $148,000 - $178,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Energetics Lab Manager to support solid rocket motor propellant formulation, scale up, and analysis. The ideal candidate will have experience with energetic materials formulation, characterization, polymer chemistry, and a strong commitment to energetics safety and quality. This role involves managing energetics processing, analytical laboratory, and propellant mixing and motor casting facility.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience working as a materials engineer, chemical engineer, polymer chemist, in energetics development, scale up and formulation.
• Experience leading teams of engineers and technicians on energetics programs.
• Experience with laboratory safety protocols for handling hazardous materials.
• Experience reviewing and authoring Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Strong laboratory technique and hygiene practices.
• The ability to think critically.
• Proficiency with data analysis software, analytical instrumentation software, Microsoft Office suite, and experience presenting analytical results.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a high-pace environment with a focus on safety and precision.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds and perform physical tasks related to test setups and equipment handling.
• Ability to work in environments with varying temperatures and conditions, including outdoor and controlled test environments.
• The position involves working in office, test facilities, and laboratories which may include exposure to hazardous materials and conditions.
• Strict adherence to safety protocols and procedures is mandatory.

Nice To Haves

• Experience interfacing with customers, reviewing requirements, and developing energetics products.

Responsibilities

• Manage the solid rocket motor propellant development and analysis team to meet program and product needs and timelines.
• Support solid rocket motor materials characterization requirements: Manage team to develop analytical procedures, calibration curves, failure envelopes, test standards, and analytical results databases.
• Enforce and inform all safety protocols and procedures for working with energetic materials, including proper handling, storage, and disposal.
• Participate in safety briefings and training sessions to stay updated on best practices and safety regulations.
• Present data analysis and results discussions/meetings.
• Understand processes to point to key findings, anomalies or issues and that may impact development efforts.
• Develop novel analytical methods to supplement both internal research and development methods and quality control requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees