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Senior Propellant Chemist

Company

Executive Recruiting Group

Location

Broomfield, Colorado, United States

Posted

May 16, 2026

Position Overview

We are developing novel methods for additively manufactured (3Dprinted) rocket propellants. This role will lead formulation of  printable energetic materials, focusing on binder chemistry, rheology, curing, and energetic performance for extrusion or hybrid additive processes.​



Key Responsibilities​



  • Develop printable propellant formulations (AP/HTPB, GAP, or alternative binders) ​

  • Engineer rheology for extrusion, DIW (Direct Ink Writing), or hybrid AM processes ​

  • Formulate metalized systems (Al, boron) compatible with printing ​

  • Optimize viscosity, cure kinetics, and green strength ​

  • Define safe handling, mixing, and printing protocols for energeticmaterials ​

  • Conduct small-batch mixing, casting, and printed sample evaluation ​

  • Perform burn rate characterization, strand burner testing, andmechanical testing ​

  • Collaborate with mechatronics engineer to co-design ...

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