Entry Level Chemist

Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, and defence and space agencies worldwide. At Magellan we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value.

Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual and invest in our employees.

When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team!

Position Summary

Magellan Aerospace, Winnipeg has an exciting opportunity for a full-time permanent Entry-Level Chemist role to join our team at the Rockwood Propellant Plant.Our Rockwood facility is located just 20 minutes north of Winnipeg, near Stony Mountain, MB.

Essential Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining standards and procedures for analytical methodologies and techniques using standard quality control to computerized instrumentation.
• Performing quantitative and qualitative analyses to determine chemical and physical properties for all related inorganic and organic raw materials and formulations.
• Assisting in originating and evaluating new R & D programs, materials and processes.
• Liaising with external technical agencies, suppliers and customers or internal support groups to improve or resolve problems related to materials, processes and formulations, and their associated instrumentation and testing.
• Providing guidance and assistance to other chemists and technologists.
• Managing energetic and inert formulations to ensure product compliance with specifications. 

Position Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment will be considered an asset.
• Experience in solid propellant formulations and explosive manufacturing will be considered an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Why Magellan? 

• Competitive salary
• Attractive benefit package
• Generous company pension plan
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Employee assistance plan
• On-site parking

Magellan Aerospace is committed to an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities for all. We welcome all applications without regard to social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, national origin or religious belief, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state/province, or local law.

If you require an accommodation during the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let your Human Resources point of contact know and we will work with you, to the best of our ability to meet your needs.

Magellan Aerospace respects the privacy and confidentiality of personal information provided by candidates and shall not disclose to any external parties unless legislated.

Magellan may use an approved Artificial Intelligence (AI) note-taking tool to support the initial screening stage of its recruitment and selection process. All AI use is performed in accordance with Magellan’s privacy policies and applicable laws, including but not limited to equal employment opportunity laws. Personal information associated with any job application will not be shared with or retained by any third party. The AI note-taking tool does not in any way assess or evaluate a candidate in relation to the hiring process and is simply an administrative tool used by Magellan. Magellan retains the ultimate discretion to determine which applications proceeds through the initial screening process. If the applicant has questions or concerns about Magellan Aerospace’s AI note-taking tool, or wishes to opt out of its use, the applicant should notify Magellan Aerospace directly at any time during the recruitment or screening process