Production Engineer - Gun Propellant Specialist

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment. 
ERG is seeking a highly skilled Chemical Engineer with gun propellant experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience, with a strong preference for those who have worked on gun propellants for at least 1-2 years. This role requires hands-on experience in gun propellant formulation development, manufacturing, or research and development.  This position will be full-time at the federal site in Indian Head, MD. It will include interaction and support from ERG personnel at the federal site and ERG’s Chantilly and Arlington offices. Indian Head is approximately 30 miles from Washington, DC, 25 miles from Alexandria, VA, and 60 miles from Fredericksburg, VA. Flexible work schedules may be considered. 

Job Description:

• Research, develop, formulate, and manufacture gun propellants, including single-base, double-base, triple-base, nitramine, and extruded propellants. 
• Perform all aspects of engineering duties in support of material and end-item production. 
• Perform engineering calculations that support process design, equipment configuration, and process condition establishment decisions. 
• Analyze existing or planned equipment and processes for optimization, changes, and maintenance. 
• Perform market research and work with client procurement processes and organizations to obtain the necessary equipment for conducting operations. 
• Prepare, review, and edit technical documentation such as standard operating procedures (SOPs), equipment and facility drawings, and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs). 
• Perform engineering, safety, and quality control analyses. 
• Collaborate/communicate effectively with stakeholders internal to, and external to, the engineering team (e.g., quality testing and manufacturing departments). 
• Lead, manage, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize production and development processes. 
• Ensure adherence to safety and quality standards in all processes. 

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering. 
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; hands-on experience with gun propellant formulation, manufacturing, or R&D preferred. 
• Leadership experience in managing teams and projects. 
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. 
• Strong interpersonal skills and self-motivation to engage with personnel and seek out paths toward solutions when original problem statements may seem vague. 
• Strong organizational and planning skills, excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), meticulous attention to detail, highly motivated, and the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks with limited oversight. 
• Ability to multi-task, problem-solve, and quickly adapt to changing priorities. 
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite. 
• Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret-level security clearance; Must be a U.S. citizen as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations. 

ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11-20 paid vacation days per year, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience. ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC and affirmative action regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. As such, successful candidates must be committed to working with diverse and inclusive teams.  Please be aware, the only authentic corporate domain for ERG is https://www.erg.com.  ERG may, on occasion, screen applicants via telephone or video interviews via Skype, Teams, GoToMeeting, or another type of video platform. However, any candidate extended a job offer might be asked to meet in person with an ERG employee before provi