Senior Chemist; Charles Co., MD/Hybrid
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Engineering
Research Scientist
Location: Indian Head
Location
Charles County, MD / Hybrid. Charles County, MD is the primary location for this job. Other locations available include: OKL, VA, OCONUS.
Company DescriptionAt Integrated Solutions for Systems, Inc. (IS4S), our mission is to solve technical challenges of national importance across a wide range of engineering and management solutions for our government, military, and commercial customers. We believe in delivering excellence in all that we do. We operate in an environment where doing the right thing is more important than profit, and our company is fully owned and operated by ethical, motivated employees.
If this is an environment that interests you, then we welcome you to join our team.
We are in search of a Senior Chemist to oversee the design and development of energetic materials. The ideal candidate will be able to lead complex chemical research, development, and analysis activities contributing to the success of IS4S's contract fulfilment to our customers. This role requires a leader with innovative approaches to safety and quality in energetics manufacturing. The ability to work with cross‑functional teams to drive innovation, quality, and efficiency are critical.
Key Responsibilities- Working knowledge of OP‑5:
Ammunition and Explosives Safety Ashore. - Bachelors, Masters, or PhD in Chemistry with 15+ years of experience.
- Proficient in a wide range of analytical techniques and laboratory equipment.
- Experience managing laboratory operations, including resource allocation, equipment maintenance, and compliance with safety standards.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively present technical information to diverse audiences.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with a focus on innovative and practical solutions.
- Minimum Security Clearance: SECRET; TS if necessary.
- Proven success in energetic materials innovation.
- Familiarity with advanced manufacturing technologies.
- Relevant certifications in laboratory safety, quality control, or process management.
- Prior experience with DoD projects and customers.
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