Varda

Senior Process Engineer - Process & Crystallization

El Segundo, CA US
USD 120k - 160k
API
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About Varda

The environment of space hold the potential to craft products that profoundly enhance life on Earth. Varda is at the forefront of this endeavor, harnessing the unique environment of low earth orbit to produce these innovations and reintroduce them to our world. Our mission transcends mere exploration; we're expanding the economic horizons of humanity.

At Varda, you'll be positioned at the nexus of ambition and expertise. Our seasoned team, with its rich legacy in aerospace and technology, has honed its skills in the corridors of industry giants. Here, your contributions will be both cherished and critiqued by leaders who, with a wealth of experience behind them, are now devoted to the realm of extraterrestrial manufacturing.

While our aspirations soar high, our path is grounded in technical pragmatism and operational viability. Our conceptual operations are crystalline material processing and reentry, backed by years of research and development anchored in the International Space Station's, and commercial space sectors expansive achievements.

Join Varda, and work to finally create a bustling in-space ecosystem.

About This Role (Senior Process)

Our team is looking for highly motivated and creative candidates who will lead efforts in improving small molecule therapeutics with microgravity. This is an opportunity in an exciting area of growth for Varda, the role will shape Varda’s product culture, and will play a significant role in establishing the low earth orbit economy.  

Responsibilities

  • Candidate will be responsible for serving as technical lead for API crystallization and process development
  • Responsibilities include process optimization, scale-up, and control strategy
  • Collaborate closely with product development, pharmaceutical science, and broader engineering groups

Basic Qualifications

  • Ph.D, degree in a related field with 3+ years industry experience
  • Experienced in process development 

Preferred Skills And Experience

  • Process engineer with 8+ years of industry experience
  • Degree in chemical engineering, physical chemistry, or related fields
  • Experience with broad range of manufacturing and process technologies
  • Versed in analytical characterization
  • Experience as the responsible engineer or technical owner of projects at various stages including initial concept and high-volume scale-up 

About This Role (Process)

Our team is looking for highly motivated and creative candidates who will lead efforts in improving small molecule therapeutics with microgravity. This is an opportunity in an exciting area of growth for Varda, the role will shape Varda’s product culture, and will play a significant role in establishing the low earth orbit economy.  

Responsibilities

  • Candidate will be responsible for serving as technical lead for API crystallization and process development
  • Responsibilities include process optimization, scale-up, and control strategy
  • Collaborate closely with product development, pharmaceutical science, and broader engineering groups

Basic Qualifications

  • Ph.D, degree in a related field, or B.S./M.S. with 3+ years industry experience
  • Experienced in process development 

Preferred Skills And Experience

  • Pharmaceutical scientist with 8+ years of industry experience
  • Degree in chemical engineering, physical chemistry, or related fields
  • Experience with broad range of manufacturing and process technologies
  • Versed in analytical characterization
  • Experience as the responsible engineer or technical owner of projects at various stages including initial concept and high-volume scale-up 

The anticipated salary range for candidates is $120,000.00 to $160,000.00 USD

ITAR Requirements

  • Varda, like all employers, must ensure that its employees working in the United States are lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.  Additionally, our employees are exposed to and have access to certain export-controlled items. At present, some of our technology to which employees have access requires a license to be exported to individuals other than “U.S. Persons” as defined in U.S. export regulations. Because our employees are provided access to export-controlled items, our current policy is to only hire “U.S. persons” who are permitted to have access to our technology without an export license. 

    “US person” means: U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident, or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (i.e., individual admitted to the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum in the U.S.)

     Learn more about the ITAR here.  

Benefits

  • Exciting team of professionals at the top of their field to working by your side
  • Working in El Segundo, CA - an awesome Southern California beach city with quick access to entertainment and outdoor activities
  • Equity in a fully funded space startup with potential for significant growth
  • 401(k) matching
  • Unlimited PTO 
  • Health insurance, including Vision and Dental
  • Lunch and snacks provided on site every day. Dinners provided twice a week. 
  • Maternity / Paternity leave

 

Varda Space Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance.  We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, martial status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.

 

 

E-Verify Statement

Varda Space Industries, Inc. participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

 

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