Propellant Mixing Technician

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R0163467
On Site
Lancaster, California, United States
Full time
No Clearance

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated Propellant Mixing Technician to play a critical role in supporting cutting-edge rocket propulsion research and development. This position will focus on providing hands-on technical support for small to large scale propellant mixing processes and solid rocket motor testing. The ideal candidate will have general mechanical aptitude to use, repair, and maintain test hardware and instrumentation relevant to solid rocket motor live fire testing. Additionally, the role may involve mechanical and sensitivity testing of solid propellant samples. While the primary focus is on technical support, a working knowledge of solid propellant formulation, characterization, and testing is highly desirable to facilitate collaboration with propellant scientists. The successful candidate is an eager learner and strong communicator who puts safety first and works well with those from diverse backgrounds.

Minimum Experience

2-3 years

Minimum Education, Experience, Training, and Skill Requirements

• Ability to pass a background check and obtain a security clearance.
• Must be a US citizen, with valid driver’s license.
• High School Education and/or GED with 2-3 years of energetic materials experience
• Familiarity with solid rocket propellant chemicals and materials
• Familiarity with different mixing and processing techniques involving energetic materials
• General mechanical aptitude involving the safe use of hand/power tools
• Possess safety knowledge to work with energetic and other hazardous materials
• Excellent communication skills to enable successful work with teams handling energetic materials

Essential Functions

• Aid in the mixing of small to large-scale quantities of energetic materials
• Provide hands-on support for solid rocket motor testing, including setup, instrumentation, data acquisition, and post-test analysis.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and instrumentation issues during testing and implement correction actions.
• Operate and maintain propellant processing equipment such as mixers, mandrel pullers, and vacuum casting bells
• Work closely with other technicians of different backgrounds to enable successful live-fire testing of solid rocket motors

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in preparation, handling, and mixing of propellant ingredients
• Experience with different sensitivity tests for energetic materials (friction, impact, electrostatic discharge)
• Experience with mechanical testing of energetic materials
• Familiarity of ASTM standards relevant to the testing of energetic materials

Compensation Details

33.83 hr

Benefits Overview

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Original Posting

06/12/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Original Posting

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.

Application Instructions

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