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Propellant Engineer
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A Chemical Engineer researches, develops and implements processes used in chemical manufacturing. May develop chemical processes used to create products or develop processes used to manufacture chemicals. Designs and tests production processes and techniques.
$106,702 / year median in Colorado
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Propellant Engineer at Astra Core-X Propellant Engineer at Astra Core-X in Louisville, Colorado Posted in about 21 hours ago.
Type:
full-time
Propellant Engineer Location:
Denver, CO Clearance:
U.S. Citizenship Required (ITAR/DoW Programs) About the Role Astra CoreX, Inc. (ACX) is seeking a Propellant Engineer to lead the propellant development for our highspeed combined ramjet/rocket missile interceptors. You will be responsible for developing, mixing, testing, and qualifying solid propellants including AP-based booster grains. Key Responsibilities Formulate and mix AP/HTPB propellants. Develop fuels for air-breathing combustors. Perform rheology, cure kinetics, and mechanical property testing. Support casting trials, vacuum degassing, and tooling development. Manage lab safety, ATF/OSHA compliance, and traceability. Required Qualifications Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or Energetics. 3-10 years of experience in solid propellant development. Hands-on mixing/casting experience. Knowledge of metal fuel combustion. Strong verbal and written communication skills. U.S. citizen with eligibility for government security clearance. Preferred Qualifications Master's or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or Energetics. 10+ years of experience in solid propellant development. Experience in ducted rocket fuels or metallized ramjet formulations. Experience scaling bath size or optimizing cure cycles. Excellent verbal and written communication skills Active U.S. government security clearance. Salary Range $140k-$185k ACX offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes group Medical, Dental, Life, and Short and Long-Term disability coverage from day one. We also offer a generous 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a Company match. Every role at ACX is bonus eligible. ACX is committed to full compliance with applicable anti-discrimination laws. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We strive to create an inclusive work environment and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.