Senior Chemist

X-Bow Systems is a pioneering aerospace technology company dedicated to revolutionizing propulsion systems for space exploration and defense applications. Our team of innovative engineers and scientists is committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in rocket propulsion.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Sr. Chemist - Energetics to join our team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for the development of solid rocket motor propellant formulations, hazards abatement, performance optimization, raw materials selection, and characterization. You will also be responsible for quality control and quality assurance of product intermediates and product transition to internal and external customers.

• Pilot-scale plant chemical support and guiding/mentoring 5+ juniors and senior consultants.
• Technical lead for propellant applications in a wide variety of flight programs for government and commercial customers.
• Provide coaching to junior chemists and scientists in a fast-paced lab environment enabling success, within budget and schedule constraints.
• Demonstrate leadership and technical acumen across a wide range of skills, including analytical chemistry, energetic molecule characteristics, heritage and advanced propellant improvement approaches, problem solving involving local and remote-process methods, failure mode analysis.
• Track record of representative technical articles, publications, patents, conference attendance, workshop leadership, regarding chemical energetics, particularly solid rocket propellants.
• Engineering Coordinator for plant and material scale-up.
• Safety.

X-Bow is interested in motivated self-starters with excellent communication and technical writing skills, proficient in MS Office and common engineering applications. Additional proficiency as an independent researcher, together with strong team interaction discipline, is a strong need. A deep understanding involving small-scale to production level propellant batch techniques and materials is a basic qualification of the successful candidate.

• 15-25 years' experience desired, with a track record of successes in the energetics arena.
• Advanced degree in Chemistry required (MS/PhD).
• Intimate knowledge regarding internal ballistics, mechanical properties evaluation, interaction of dynamics in the propellant-liner-insulation interface of solid rocket motors a must.
• Thorough understanding of technology readiness levels, manufacturing readiness levels, and the approach to improve, will be a part of assigned responsibilities.
• Experience with ISO 9001 and AS 9100 QMS a definite plus.

X-Bow is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences. X-Bow offers competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for career growth and development.