Analytical Chemist

Job description

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years. Anduril’s Rocket Motor Systems group is seeking an Analytical Chemist  to join our team in McHenry Mississippi. The Rocket Motor Systems team designs, develops, and manufactures next-generation solid rocket motors for defense and space applications at Anduril. As an Analytical Chemist, you will be part of a team of Chemists responsible for all analytical testing required at McHenry, MS.  The position will primarily focus on quality analyses to support the manufacture of Solid Rocket Motors and compatibility testing on materials to determine the reaction with use of energetics but will also provide support for investigations into quality issues and work with formulators on projects as needed.    The role will also require some method development work as well as writing SOPs. WHAT YOU'LL DO • Test incoming materials and materials needing recertification according to material specifications and SOPs. • Conduct qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses or experiments for quality or process control or to develop new products or knowledge. • Perform chemical compatibility testing on materials requested for use in production of Solid Rocket Motors. • Input and review data in LIMS system and create reports. • Assist in routine maintenance and calibration schedule for analytical instrumentation to ensure accuracy and reliability. • Troubleshoot issues with analytical instrumentation and problem solve independently. • Participate and contribute to safety programs, perform instrument audits and maintain an orderly and safe laboratory environment. • Analyze data for a variety of instrumentation and test methods • Communicate lab capabilities and test results to programmatic engineers and formulators. • Develop and implement analytical methods for the chemical and physical testing for conformance to specification standards. • Participate in laboratory investigations as needed to support quality findings and material concerns. • Assist in training Analytical Chemists to approved SOPs. • Assure that laboratory practices conform to certifications and compliance standards, as required. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, or a related field required. • 3 - 5 years of lab experience. • Analytical Instrumentation experience. • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to adapt to new software utilizations quickly. • Ability to work in a very fast-paced organization with minimal oversight. • Capable of lifting at least 40 pounds and withstand frequent repetitive movement of hands with a variety of tooling. • Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities. • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • Master’s degree in chemistry, or a related field. • Experience with solid rocket propellants or similar energetic materials. • Experience working in a laboratory in support of manufacturing. • Experience with analytical instrumentation including FTIR, SDT, IC, HPLC, GC/MS, VTS, Viscometers, Auto titrators, Karl Fischer Titrator US Salary Range $76,000 <span class="divider"&