Energetic Materials Chemical Engineer

Found in: Talent AU C2 - 2 weeks ago


Adelaide, Australia Macro Recruitment Full time

1-2 year contract with the Department of Defence's Missile and Space Propulsion group. For a Propulsion Engineer,  Chemical Engineer or a Materials Engineer interested in enhancing the abilities of the Missile and Space Propulsion group so they can better explore, develop, and understand rocket fuel options.

  • Must have Australian Citizenship 
  • Requires Masters/PHD degree in chemical engineering or chemistry or equivalent
  • Salary depends on experience.
  • Edinburgh South Australia.

A normal day includes

  • Manufacturing and casting propellant formulations under supervision. 
  • Conducting laboratory tests to characterise chemical and mechanical properties of propellant formulations. 
  • Analyzing test data. 
  • Coordinating with workshop staff for hardware and material preparation materials for manufacture/testing
  • Assisting in developing test methodologies. 
  • Assisting with experimental design and instrumentation.

Your Next Employer...You'll be working with the R&D department for the Department of Defence (Defence Science Technology Group, DTSG) in Edinburgh. DSTG is currently supporting research into guided weapons prototyping.

You will need 

  • To be an Australian Citizen (ESSENTIAL for security clearance reasons)
  • Post graduate qualifications in chemical engineering or chemistry or equivalent 
  • Knowledge of in propellant manufacturing or related chemical processes
  • Proficiency in laboratory techniques for chemical analysis and mechanical testing.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with hazardous chemicals. 

Have questions or not sure if this role is the perfect fit for you?
Apply with your CV, and we'll get in touch to discuss this opportunity and explore other suitable roles we may have.


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