Associate Chemist / Chemist – Level 1 or Level 2

About the role

The Chemist performs a variety of moderately complex chemical, mechanical and physical analyses on various materials including in-process testing of propellants to determine material composition and/or physical properties as required per customer specification.

Responsibilities

• Uses moderately complex test instrumentation and computer operated data acquisition set-ups and standardization to obtain necessary test data.
• Evaluates results of chemical and physical testing data.
• Prepares and maintains analysis logs, records, documentation, standard works, etc.
• Maintains a high standard of operational discipline to support clean, safe, and efficient operations.

Requirements

• Approved STEM Bachelor’s degree (Chemistry, Engineering, etc.) with 0 years of professional/relevant experience.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government clearance.
• Strong hands-on chemistry and computer aptitude.
• Experience using scientific instrumentation and equipment.
• Intermittent shift and weekend work required.

Qualifications

• Approved STEM Bachelor’s degree (Chemistry, Engineering, etc.) with 0 years of professional/relevant experience.
• Approved STEM Master’s degree with 2 years of professional/relevant experience – OR – Approved STEM Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of professional/relevant experience.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government clearance.
• Strong hands-on chemistry and computer aptitude.
• Experience using scientific instrumentation and equipment.
• Intermittent shift and weekend work required.

Skills

• ICP Spectrophotometry, GC, LC, or HPLC chromatography experience is a plus.

Benefits

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Pay

Primary Level Salary Range: $65,800.00 - $98,800.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00

Schedule

This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. Works a 4/10 schedule, with every Friday off.