R&D Scientist - Chemistry

R&D Scientist I - Chemistry – Kansas City National Security Campus, Lenexa, KS

Salary: $76,600.00–$ (Full-time, Entry level)

The R&D Scientist I role is an entry-level position that performs routine analytical and/or engineering functions on assigned projects of a general nature and limited scope by applying standard mathematical, scientific, and/or engineering technologies.

• Prepares evaluation reports and analyzes discrepancies to execute solutions based on recommendations from technical experts.
• Assists in the preparation of product or project definitions, or lab testing methods.
• Interacts with external and internal stakeholders to assist in resolving routine design, development, production, and acceptance issues.
• Develops procedures to implement proper quality controls.
• Performs routine tests/experiments to analyze and correct problems.
• Assists senior technical experts to develop and document improvements/innovations.
• Evaluates opportunities for defect prevention based on standard or accepted solutions.

• No prior experience required.
• Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Chemistry, Physics or equivalent.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
• Ability to work remote, hybrid, or on-site as directed by management and determined by the needs of the business.
• United States Citizenship.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this job.
• Ability to obtain and maintain, if required for position, a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance (some positions require additional DOE designations).

• Previous relevant internship experience preferred.
• Familiarity with ICP techniques.
• Method development skills.
• Familiarity with dissolution chemistry knowledge in metals and materials.
• Leadership skills and ability to actively contribute to teams or work independently.
• Experience using MS Office Suite desktop applications, such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• IT skills beyond basic MS Office skills involving sophisticated analytical instrument software, networking, and other computer systems use.
• Able to work independently with little to no supervision on all job responsibilities.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and responsibilities concurrently.
• Familiar with Six Sigma tools.

Entry level

Full-time

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Defense and Space Manufacturing