Senior Energetics Engineer

Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients-whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Summary

Battelle is currently seeking a Sr Energetics Engineer IV within the Advanced Materials and Energetics (AME) Division working with the High Energy Research Lab Area (HERLA) headquartered in West Jefferson, OH. This position will report to HERLA management and be responsible for current client program execution, development of new business, and mentorship of staff. This position is expected to support the division manager and HERLA manager with setting and achieving group, division and business line strategic goals, business planning and business growth.

This position will be in West Jefferson, Ohio. Expected Travel: 20%+

Responsibilities

• Execute existing contracts supporting various government clients related to technical areas such as energetic materials chemistry, novel energetic diagnostic development, munition component development and low-rate initial production, energetic material performance testing, and other emerging technologies.
• Acts as delegate range safety officer (RSO). Reviews and approves, as necessary, test safety plans, work instructions, and other operational documents in accordance with Battelle (or client) requirements.
• Supports the team on upkeep of facilities, staff training and business growth strategies.
• Works with Program Managers and Business Development to leverage client relationships to stay informed of client business plans and priorities and identify high growth/value opportunities for Battelle with our various clients. Positions Battelle to win follow on programs and new business.
• Prepares and delivers presentations to internal management and to external customers. Works with program managers and technical staff to understand program goals to ensure high level contract performance ratings.
• Stays abreast of industry needs and issues. Maintains a working knowledge of and helps Battelle ensure compliance with applicable government and industry regulations.

Responsibilities

• Performs highly complex assignments by compiling and evaluating design and test data, preparing technical specifications, analyzing technical data to determine appropriate limits and variables for product, process or materials specifications.
• Analyzes and interprets complex data. Utilizes a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions to complex problems
• Prepares and presents advanced technical reports and presentations to client, both formal and informal.
• Conducts and/or leads technical projects or major phases of technical projects.
• Provides technical direction to and coordinates the efforts of engineers and technical support staff in the performance of assigned projects within time and budget constraints.
• Reviews projects progress and evaluates results.
• Recommends modifications and corrections in technical analyses and design to ensure project completion.
• Prepares technical sections of proposals.
• May independently manage proposals or major sections of large proposals.
• Builds relationships with internal and external clients.
• Prepares and presents final reports to clients and stakeholders.
• Communicates with client about the schedule and quality of deliverables.
• Contributes to IR&D studies. Works on projects involving innovative methods or applications.
• Leads invention disclosures and provides key inputs to a patent application.
• May provide inputs for new areas of business.
• Supports business development efforts led by others and maintains business interactions with external clients.
• Contributes to marketing and project development by providing technical expertise and executing responsibilities in client relations.
• Investigates new project opportunities.
• May assist with the coordination of and participation in Battelle-sponsored conferences.
• Participates in scientific conferences, peer review panels, and increases company visibility through publications.
• Trains lower-level staff to improve technical development.
• Coordinates and provides day-to-day work direction to lower-level staff to support overall project goals.

Key Qualifications

• The candidate should have a bachelors degree in a related field; minimum of 10 years of technical experience; or an equivalent combination of education and or experience in management of hazardous operations, knowledge or management of energetics RDT&E.
• Significant experience with munitions/explosives research, development, and/or test and evaluation. Specific experience with warhead development, qualification and deployment.
• Knowledge and experience with industrial manufacturing of energetics. Awareness of key manufacturing facilities and capabilities throughout US Domestic Manufacturing.
• Excellent oral and communication skills to effectively interact with higher management internally and with client organizations, subcontractors, consultants and staff.
• Experience working with Department of War, National Laboratories, and Intelligence Community clients, including leading/writing proposals, proposal and bidding processes, awards, and execution.
• U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position desires an active U.S. Security Clearance as of day one of employment and the ability to access US only data systems.
• DoD Secret Clearance or ability to obtain

Preferred Qualifications

• Intimate knowledge of safe handling practices for munitions and ordnance
• Experience with Home Made Energetics (HME), including chemistry, formulation, detection and/or training.
• Knowledge of applicable government regulations pertaining to energetic materials.
• Knowledge of explosives or propellant formulation, synthesis, handling, and testing. Including military, commercial, and/or improvised explosives, rocket propellants, and gun propellants.
• Experience growing statement of work through on contract growth, new awards and building teams in geographically diverse locations
• Familiar with intellectual property processes and procedures

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life
We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off-giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs .
• Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
• Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
• Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
• Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

A Work Environment Where You Succeed
For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity's most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.

You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
• Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
• Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment
• Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
• Give back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients' requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.

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