R&D Polymer Chemist
Listed on 2026-06-27
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Engineering
Materials Engineer, Research Scientist, Process Engineer -
Research/Development
Research Scientist
R&D Polymer Chemist
Hexcel is currently seeking a R&D Polymer Chemist for our Amesbury, MA location.
The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following obligations:
- Participate as the materials expert in the development of next generation (RF) Radio Frequency absorbers.
- Specify appropriate polymer systems to meet customers' desired material properties.
- Modify existing polymer systems to improve specific properties like heat resistance, UV resistance, chemical resistance, etc.
- Produce proof-of-concept and lab-scale samples for testing and evaluation.
- Characterize composition, molecular weight and mechanical properties of developmental materials.
- Assist in transition to production, including specifying or modifying equipment and developing production-scale processes.
- Specify and source raw materials for synthesizing in-house polymer systems.
Qualifications:
- BS/MS/PhD in Polymer Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering or other equivalent technical degree
- 5+ years of polymer modification and development experience OR a PhD degree in lieu of experience.
- Extensive understanding of thermoset polymer chemistry, particularly urethane, silicone, and epoxy chemistry.
- Experience with various production techniques, including spraying, casting, molding and pressing.
- Experience with fluorinated elastomer systems is preferred.
- Experience with RF absorbing or conductive polymer systems is preferred.
- Applicants must be capable of obtaining a US Department of Defense security clearance.
Complete salary range for this role: $120,000-$160,000.
This position is restricted to U.S. citizens due to U.S. federal government contracts that require the employment of only persons who are U.S. citizens. Hexcel is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.
Hexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected class.
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