Chemical Process Engineer

Job Description
Join a team that keeps us protected and mission-ready. BAE Systems, one of the world's largest defense contractors, is hiring a Chemical Process Engineer to help us produce energetic materials for our government and commercial customers. An ideal candidate will have experience in the chemical manufacturing field and an interest in process controls and hands-on engineering problem solving.
As a process engineer, you will:

• Assist in the design, development, and implementation of new processes and process improvements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process optimization and implement changes
• Develop and implement process control strategies to ensure efficient and safe operation
• Troubleshoot process issues and provide technical support to production operators
• Identify and implement corrective actions to resolve process issues
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including SOPs, P&IDs, PFDs
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including OSHA, EPA, and other relevant regulations
• Participate in audits and inspections to ensure compliance
• Participate in safety and quality initiatives to ensure a safe and healthy work environment
• Identify and mitigate potential safety and quality risks
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, maintenance, and quality
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including production operators, supervisors, and management

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or related field and 6 years experience, including 3 or more years of experience in a production environment, preferably in the chemical or process industry
• Strong understanding of chemical process principles, including mass and energy balances, thermodynamics, and kinetics
• Ability to interpret P&IDs and Process Flow Diagrams
• Process improvement experience (Production, SHE, Quality)
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Ability to work on shift and/or be on-call on occasion when production requires it
• We will consider candidates with fewer years experience for a more junior position or additional experience for a more senior position

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience in a chemical manufacturing environment
• Experience in energetics manufacturing
• Experience in troubleshooting process issues, management of change, process hazard analysis
• Experience in strong acids and bases, chemical reactions, recrystallization
• Experience with MiniTab or Bluebeam a plus

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $96623 - $164259
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.