Scientist Sr

BAE Systems • Kingsport, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

BAE Systems is hiring an R&D Synthesis Chemist to develop, test, and bring to market new energetic materials. The role involves developing and implementing explosive research programs to support product development efforts and providing technical support in chemical synthesis and scale-up of energetic materials. The successful candidate will devise safe, effective, and efficient methods of synthesizing chemicals, including high explosives, undertake experiments with hazardous materials, specify lab equipment, provide chemical support to engineers and staff, offer technical assessments to senior leadership, and stay updated on the latest research in energetic materials. BAE Systems, a Fortune 500 Company, operates its R&D and manufacturing facility at the Holston Army Ammunition Plant in Kingsport, TN, focusing on developing explosives for government and commercial customers.

Requirements

• MS in chemistry or chemical engineering (or related field) from an accredited university
• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Good understanding of the principles of bench chemistry
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to effectively work in a dynamic team environment
• Ability to work independently

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. in chemistry or chemical engineering (or related field) from an accredited university
• Experience handling energetic materials
• Experience in the development and scale-up of new synthesis routes to a production environment

Responsibilities

• Devise safe, effective, and efficient methods of synthesizing chemicals including high explosives to support R&D
• Undertake experiments using corrosive, explosive, and toxic materials in a safe manner
• Specify lab equipment in support of synthesis experiments and lab scale process development
• Provide chemical support to chemical engineers, process engineers, and environmental and safety staff
• Provide technical assessments to senior leadership with recommendations for future research and development
• Keep abreast of the latest research in energetic materials through literature reviews and technical conferences

What This Job Offers

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