Chemical Synthesis Technologist

Job Description

Job Title: Chemical Synthesis Technologist

Location: Glascoed – On site

Salary: £57,824

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Job Description:

This role involves assisting with the Engineering Teams at BAE Systems Land UK in the design and development of new processes and the improvement of existing processes. You will support new technology development projects for future products and processes, support product and process development, and manufacturing operations in small, medium and high-volume environments. Working as part of the Engineering organisation, you will ensure that our products and processes meet stringent quality and performance requirements.

Core Duties:

• Lead design and development activities on a new energetic materials synthesis production capability within the UK market
• Maintain and continuously improve a small-scale/pilot scale processing and research capability
• Interact with products and processes throughout development to understand the challenges presented by energetic materials in process. Developing strategies to overcome these challenges and implementing them to benefit the business
• Work within a cross functional team to develop and organise trial work – undertake research, develop material expertise and carry out synthesis and qualification of product and ensure all processing and development activities are carried out safely and in accordance with business processes and in compliance with legislation
• Conduct analytical research using a methodical and academic approach, and work closely with academia in a lab environment

Essential Skills:

• You will have a recognised Chemical Engineering / Chemistry Degree (or related qualification), to a minimum Bachelors level or equivalent
• You will understand National and International Standards for complex Chemical Processes and experience designing and developing chemical processes as well as the ability to operate lab equipment, prepare trials and assure robust quality assurance
• You will have experience in writing risk assessments and compiling stringent safety documentation
• You will have the ability to work within, and directly manage, a close-knit team as well as independently, planning and managing own workload to safely deliver project objectives
• You will have experience in working with hazardous chemicals and synthesis processes

The Technology Delivery team:

The Technology Delivery team is developing synthesis processes for manufacture of energetic materials within the UK market, and this role will form a fundamental component of the design and development of this production capability.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive:

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 6th May 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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