[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All General Dynamics jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/) · [Search jobs](/search/) General Dynamics · Hampton, AR # Principal Chemical Engineer | General Dynamics Hampton, AR, US Full-time Senior individual contributor Operations Listed on General Dynamics’s official careers site. Posted September 4, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on General Dynamics’s careers site →](https://www.gd.com/careers/principal-chemical-engineer-hampton-ar-us-2026-36880-ots-opportunity) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [General Dynamics](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/) / Principal Chemical Engineer | General Dynamics ## Job description Responsibilities for this Position Principal Chemical Engineer US-AR-Hampton Job ID: 2026-36880 Type: Full Time # of Openings: 1 Category: Engineering Camden, AR Company Overview General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team! Impact of the Role General Profile Requires specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise in own job discipline or field - Uses advanced techniques, theories, and processes to complete work - Leads others to solve complex problems - Works independently, with guidance in only the most complex situations May lead functional teams or projects Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment ### Essential Functions Designs process flows and equipment layout for new or revised chemical process operations including: Designing equipment and processes that change the chemical properties of materials and ingredients (e.g., heating/cooling, oxidation, fermentation, hydrogenation, polymerization, etc.). Planning sequence of operations and specifying procedures for preparing materials and operating equipment. Determining process design by balancing process cost, yield, worker safety/comfort, and material waste considerations. Conducting tests throughout all stages of processing to determine control over applicable variables (e.g., temperature, pressure, density, viscosity, etc.) and troubleshoot/solve process problems. May influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies and practices. ### Required Qualifications Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 8-10 years' experience Discipline/Major: Engineering degree required Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) ### Preferred Qualifications Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree Knowledge, skills & abilities: Chemical engineering. Manufacturing process engineering. Product development. Prototyping. Research and development. Industry standards. Scientific testing. Oral and written communication. Critical thinking. Analytical thinking. Physical Requirements Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities. Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds. May need to stand for long periods of time. Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential. This position is Safety-Sensitive. ### Travel Requirements Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities. This position is Safety-Sensitive. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise. If you require assistance or an accommodation for a disability covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please email staffing@gd-ots.com or call: 727-578-8295. Please note this contact information is for those requesting a reasonable accommodation while applying for a job, because of a covered disability. General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans. PI286903434 ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Sep 4, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 19, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 19, 2026 - Listed for: 45 days - Location: Hampton, AR, US - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on General Dynamics’s careers site →](https://www.gd.com/careers/principal-chemical-engineer-hampton-ar-us-2026-36880-ots-opportunity) ## More jobs at General Dynamics ### [Inspection Operator I (Temp Conversion MACS)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/02d3725776f6809a51e5/) Hampton, AR, US ### [Prin QA Engineer (SRM)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/ede6cb483d9378152c79/) Hampton, AR, US ### [Prin Test Engineer (SRM)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/5a4f11d4564b3949d68b/) Hampton, AR, US ### [QA Engineer II](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/14481dc78e160532d8f1/) Hampton, AR, US ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Chemical Engineer - Weekend Shift](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/1b84b3a77bae1c6a226a/) Lockheed Martin · Camden, AR ### [Principal/Sr Principal Chemical Process Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/dc7cde5cdc2ff40c65cb/) Northrop Grumman · United States-Maryland-Baltimore ### [Chemical Process Engineer III](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ecolab/jobs/937d13017a44502a9495/) Ecolab · Vancouver, Washington, United States of America ### [Chemist/Chemical Engineer Intern - Summer 2027](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abb/jobs/0697ba4af33d7b974443/) ABB · Bartlesville, Oklahoma, United States of America ### [Principal Chemical Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/honeywell-international/jobs/a237dd209e294fa84ff8/) Honeywell International · Rosemont, IL, United States [Jobs in Arkansas](/locations/us-ar/)[Operations jobs](/functions/operations/) OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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