Senior Energetics Engineer

Battelle • West Jefferson, OH

1d • $128,800 - $183,600 • Hybrid

About The Position

Battelle is seeking a Senior Chemical Engineer for its Advanced Materials and Energetics Division, working with the High Energy Research Lab Area (HERLA) in West Jefferson, Ohio. The role reports to HERLA management and is responsible for executing client programs, developing new business, and mentoring staff. The position also supports the division and HERLA managers in establishing and achieving strategic goals, business planning, and growth initiatives.

The successful candidate will lead technical program execution and business growth across work involving energetic materials chemistry, energetic diagnostics, munition components, low-rate initial production, energetic materials performance testing, and emerging technologies. The role includes client engagement and proposal and business-development support, operational safety responsibilities, presentations and contract-performance support, regulatory awareness and compliance, and contributions to facility upkeep and staff training. The position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance and travel 20% or more.

This is a full-time opportunity. The stated salary range is $128,800–$183,600 per year. Battelle describes a hybrid work-flexibility model of 60% in-office and 40% remote, subject to team and position needs, and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 10 years of technical experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in managing hazardous operations or knowledge and management of energetics research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E).
• Significant experience with munitions and explosives research, development, and/or test and evaluation, including specific experience with warhead development, qualification, and deployment.
• Knowledge of and experience with industrial manufacturing of energetics, including awareness of key U.S. domestic manufacturing facilities and capabilities.
• Experience working with Department of War, National Laboratories, and Intelligence Community clients, including leading and writing proposals, participating in bidding processes, and supporting awards and contract execution.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to interact effectively with senior internal management, client organizations, subcontractors, consultants, and staff.
• Ability to travel 20% or more of the time.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Intimate knowledge of safe handling practices for munitions and ordnance.
• Experience with Home Made Energetics (HME), including chemistry, formulation, detection, and/or training.
• Knowledge of applicable government regulations pertaining to energetic materials.
• Knowledge of explosives or propellant formulation, synthesis, handling, and testing, including military, commercial, and/or improvised explosives, rocket propellants, and gun propellants.
• Experience growing statements of work through on-contract growth and new awards, and building teams in geographically diverse locations.
• Familiarity with intellectual property processes and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical program execution and business growth efforts within the High Energy Research Lab Area.
• Execute existing contracts for government clients across areas including energetic materials chemistry, novel energetic diagnostic development, munition component development, low-rate initial production, energetic material performance testing, and emerging technologies.
• Work with Program Managers and Business Development to maintain client relationships, understand client plans and priorities, identify opportunities, and position Battelle for follow-on programs and new business.
• Act as a delegate Range Safety Officer (RSO), reviewing and approving test safety plans, work instructions, and other operational documents as required.
• Prepare and deliver presentations to internal management and external customers.
• Collaborate with program managers and technical staff to understand program goals and support high-level contract performance ratings.
• Stay informed about industry needs and issues, maintain working knowledge of relevant government and industry regulations, and support compliance efforts.
• Support facility upkeep, staff training, and business growth strategies.
• Support division and HERLA strategic goals, business planning, and growth initiatives.
• Mentor staff.

Benefits

• Flexible compressed work schedule, with most team members receiving every other Friday off.
• Hybrid work-flexibility model allowing 60% in-office and 40% remote work, subject to team and position needs.
• Paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits.
• Optional supplemental benefits.
• Coverage and support for partners, gender-affirming care, health, and family formation.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan; for most employees, Battelle contributes 5% whether or not the employee contributes and matches employee contributions.
• Tuition assistance for higher education.

What This Job Offers

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