About this opportunity
AYM lists this Material Scientist opportunity in ventura, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · DIRECT HIRE
Material Scientist
South Ventura County, CA · On-Site
Overview
The Role
Drive innovation in aerospace and defense by developing and optimizing energetic materials — propellants, initiators, and pyrotechnics. You’ll lead qualification testing, conduct mechanical and thermal analysis, and guide projects from proposal through production, working closely with cross-functional teams to meet performance, safety, and lifecycle requirements.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Material Science, Physics, Biology, or Chemistry
R&D and Chemist/Chemical background required
Explosives, pyrotechnics, and/or ordnance experience ideal
Ideally 5–10 years in aerospace design and manufacturing with technical lead experience
FAA standards and AS9100 quality management systems knowledge
SolidWorks or comparable CAD platform; failure analysis and test data interpretation
Stress analysis, FEA, machining practices, and product lifecycle management
Strong communication skills for supplier, customer, and internal team collaboration
Compensation & Schedule
Salary: $110K – $185K
Schedule: 4/10 Mon–Thu
Hours: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Experience: 5–10 Years
Benefits
Medical / Dental / Vision
HSA / FSA
Life Insurance
PTO & Vacation
401(k)
Employee Stock Purchase
Profit Share
Employee Discounts
Snack & Drink Room
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Worksite address
ventura, CA, 93006, US
Who can apply
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