Formulations Manager, Rocket Motor Systems

Anduril Industries

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Work type: On-site
Location: Huntsville, AL · McHenry, MS
Salary: $144,000–$191,000 / yr
Posted: today

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Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

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TL;DR · Formulations Manager, Rocket Motor Systems

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Anduril’s Rocket Motor Systems team in Huntsville, Alabama and McHenry, Mississippi is seeking a Formulations Manager to lead a small team of formulators in executing production, development, and research projects for next-generation solid rocket motors. The role involves maintaining compliance with explosive sensitivity limits, managing budgets, creating new processes, and approving critical functions such as safety protocols and material acceptance. Ideal candidates have a background in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, experience with energetic materials and composite propellants, and strong technical leadership skills. Familiarity with rocket motor testing and the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment are essential. The position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DOD Secret or Top Secret clearance due to access to sensitive data.

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Chemistry ChemicalEngineering AerospaceEngineering PropellantChemistry RocketMotorTesting TechnicalLeadership ProblemSolving SecurityClearance DODSecretClearance TopSecretClearance

What you'll do

Lead a team of formulators in executing production, development, and research projects.
Maintain compliance with explosive sensitivity limits for safe propellant manufacture.
Manage group budget and allocate resources for contract success.
Create new processes and procedures for business growth.
Approve critical functions including safety board decisions and capital expenses.

What we're looking for

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
Demonstrated expertise in rocket motor manufacture and composite propellants.
Experience with energetic materials and solid composite propellant formulation.
Proven technical leadership and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.
Active DOD Secret or Top Secret security clearance required.
U.S. citizenship to access export-controlled and sensitive data.
Ability to manage budgets, allocate resources, and lead a team of formulators.