Senior Scientist
Core
Develop Anduril's proprietary metal-powder fuel formulation through chemical and materials research and development to support next-generation solid rocket motors.
Role type
Senior Scientist (Chemical/Materials R&D)
Builds
Next-generation solid rocket motors and high-performance rocket fuel (ALITEC)
Domain
Defense / Aerospace / Propellants
Required skills
Chemical and materials research and development, Project management, Experimental research execution, Data analysis, Technical presentation, Team collaboration
Preferred skills
Materials processing (metals, ceramics, polymers, nanomaterials), Air-sensitive chemistries, Thin films and surface chemistry, Materials characterization (ICP, microscopy, DSC, spectrometry), Propellant or energetic materials experience, Aerospace and defense industry experience
Technologies
ICP, Gravimetric analysis, Microscopy, DSC, Spectrometry
Responsibilities
Conduct experimental research under guidance of senior principal scientist, Collaborate with multi-specialized team, Analyze data and plan experiments, Make brief technical presentations, Support multi-threaded project management
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC