Background & experience • MSc or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry or a related field • 7+ years of experience in chemical and/or polymer manufacturing • Solid experience with solid propellants, energetic materials, composites and/or defence/aerospace materials (must have) • Proven track record in scale-up from lab to industrial production, including definition of process windows and critical parameters • Experience managing or leading an analytical laboratory and working closely with QC/QA • Familiarity with ISO / AQAP / defence quality systems and safety regulations for hazardous substances • Experience with SPC, root-cause analysis tools (5 Whys, Fishbone, FMEA) and data-driven process improvements • Working knowledge of MES/ERP systems and process data management is an advantage Personal competencies • High level of precision, accountability, and safety awareness – you do not compromise on quality or HSE • Clear, structured communicator who can translate complex chemistry and data into practical decisions for production teams and management • Strong people leadership skills – able to set direction, coach and develop specialists and technicians, and create engagement in a multicultural environment • Emotionally resilient and comfortable working in a fast-paced, scale-up setting with changing priorities • Curious, proactive, and solution-oriented, with a genuine interest in both technology and its real-world impact At FPRT, you will join at a pivotal moment, where you can directly influence how processes, standards and culture are shaped in Denmark.