Energetic Materials Chemist

Overview

Location:

Tucson, AZ ( onsite ). Role:
Sr. Energetic Material Chemist in Materials & Process Engineering. Security clearance requirements:
Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. Interim clearance may be required prior to start date.

• Assess materials based on conformance to specifications or conduct root cause failure analysis, leveraging instrumental analysis including spectroscopy, chromatography and thermal analysis.
• Perform quick-turn analyses with a multi-discipline team, with careful attention to detail and tolerance for repetitive work.
• Review energetic material data, testing, processes, and obsolescence while also performing analytical analysis of common materials problems onsite.
• Manage and coordinate a wide variety of simultaneous tasks within schedule requirements, spending substantial time in the laboratory.
• Work with energetic safety requirements and lift up to 22 lbs as needed.
• Travel to supplier locations may be required, potentially including international travel.

• You Must Have
  :
  Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience with minimum 5 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree with minimum 3 years of related experience.
• Experience with energetic materials specific analysis and testing, including safety evaluations.
• Experience in Analytical Chemistry and Instrumental Analysis (IR spectroscopy, Chromatography, Thermal Analysis such as FTIR, DSC, DMA, TGA, GCMS, HPLC, GPC, etc.).

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry.
• Ability to troubleshoot analytical instrument problems, perform analyses, and interpret data.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, planning, teamwork, and time management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with others, and to lead and complete large-scale, multi-disciplinary projects including failure analyses.
• Ability to write concise technical reports summarizing analyses.

• Values:
  Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, holidays, and more. Specific benefits vary by business unit and collective-bargaining agreement status.
• Bonus/incentive programs may apply depending on position level and agreement coverage.
• Role is U.S.
  
  -based with pay structure aligning to location; salary range provided as a good faith estimate.

Company: RTX is an aerospace and defense company serving commercial, military, and government customers. The description includes the company’s broader values and the context of its business units.