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Research Scientist level 3/4

Vadakin, Inc.

Rocket Center, WVResearch$98–184K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$98–184K/yr
Location
Rocket Center, WV
Role Type
Research
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Secret clearance

Job overview

The Research Scientist level 3/4 manages solid rocket propellant and explosive/warhead development from subscale through production. The role formulates existing and novel compositions, serves as a materials expert on cross-functional program teams, interfaces with internal and external customers, and designs experiments and performs statistical analysis of physical and chemical technical data. Candidates must meet the education and experience requirements for the applicable level and be able to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Propellant DevelopmentExplosives DevelopmentComposition FormulationMaterials ScienceExperiment DesignStatistical AnalysisPhysical Data AnalysisChemical Data Analysis

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science or RelatedBS+5, Master's+3 or PhD+0 Years (Level 3)BS+8, Master's+6 or PhD+4 Years (Level 4)US CitizenshipAbility to Obtain Secret Clearance

Full job description

Position Summary: Manage solid rocket propellant and explosive/warhead development from subscale through production Formulate and tailor both existing and novel compositions of: propellants, explosives, rocket case bond liners, thermal rubber insulations, and adhesives Proactively interact within cross-functional program teams as a materials expert Interface with internal and external customers Design experiments and perform statistical based analysis of physical and chemical technical data Basic Qualifications Principal Research Scientist(Level 3) Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science or related science field 5 years of experience with a BS; 3 years of experience with a Masters; 0 years of experience with a PhD Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance which requires US Citizenship as a pre-requisite Sr. Principal Research Scientist(Level 4) Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science or related science field 8 years of experience with a BS; 6 years of experience with a Masters; 4 years of experience with a PhD Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance which requires US Citizenship as a pre-requisite Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00

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