Responsibilities
The successful candidate will work alongside other scientists within the team, as well as colleagues within the wider production/engineering teams to develop and manufacture high performance rocket motors and related systems.
The candidate will also work closely on the research, development and understanding of key materials, to support current and future applications. This will involve small scale manufacture and testing of materials, alongside reporting of this research.
The candidate would be expected to develop expertise of certain materials and processes within Roxel UK, with the ability to present this information to internal and external stakeholders.
Requirements
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & REPONSIBILITIES
Technical Responsibilities
* Managing materials (stocks, quality, performance, legislation) to meet strict design requirements.
* Supporting, monitoring and improving associated manufacturing processes.
* Qualifying materials in accordance with recognised defence and internal standards.
* Investigating and resolving material and related manufacturing problems.
* Monitoring for material obsolescence and qualifying the replacements.
* Clearance of ingredients and finished materials for manufacturing.
* Technically supporting production on a day to day basis – compiling methods and documents to ensure compliance with configured standards.
EXPERIENCE & BACKGROUND
Qualifications:
* Essential Qualifications
o Higher level qualification in science-based subject, such as HNC/HND.
* Degree in chemistry/material science.
* Being a member/accredited by a chartered institute would also be beneficial.
Experience:
* A genuine interest and aptitude in chemistry/material science, with a high degree of self-motivation.
* Significant practical experience in a disciplined/technical manufacturing/process environment.
Person Specification
* Genuine interest and aptitude in chemistry and its application to practical problems.
* Communicate and work effectively with other people and organisations.
* Interpreting customer requirements and devising solutions.
* Good interpersonal and team working skills.
* Report writing and presenting.
* Proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
* A high degree of self-motivation, solution focused.
* With personal characteristics of being proactive and good clear commentative skills.
* The role is not lab based, however some testing of materials is occasionally required.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in the field of rocket propulsion and become a real rocket scientist. As such, the successful candidate will be given their own personal development plan and extensive training in order to develop their expertise and reach their potential.
This role is eligible for Hybrid Working.
How to apply
Please follow the application process below to send us your CV and motivation letter.
Please specify your salary expectations as part of the process.
Please note: Obtaining a Security Clearance is a requirement of employment at Roxel UK. Please check guidelines by looking on the below link:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels
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