Inorganic Powder Production Technician

Worker Type Regular

Job Description

AV is seeking an Inorganic Powder Production Technician as a member of the Materials and Processing Team at the Air Force Research Laboratory located at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. This position will work closely with material scientists for the scaled synthesis of ceramic powder precursor material. Daily activities include following established and routine protocols for powder synthesis for large-batch production of critical preceramic materials. The technician will apply working knowledge of laboratory methods and operational processes to complete assigned work within established standard operating procedures and scientific methods. Applicants should be comfortable working in chemical laboratory settings and industrial or manufacturing spaces.

Work will primarily occur Monday through Friday during regular business hours.

Primary Responsibilities:

· General laboratory support/housekeeping.

· Perform laboratory tasks as assigned.

· Follow employee health and safety requirements.

· Quality control of scaled synthesized materials.

· Perform assigned laboratory and production activities with a moderate degree of supervision and manage assigned workload to meet established schedules and quality requirements.

· Recognize and resolve typical issues encountered during laboratory and production activities using established procedures and scientific methods, escalating non-routine issues as appropriate.

· Support material scientists in the development and standardization of new scaled processes by executing established procedures, documenting results, and providing technical feedback.

· Document and communicate technical information, observations, and quality-control results to material scientists and other team members.

Required Qualifications:

· This position requires U.S. Citizenship.

· Associate degree with at least two years of relevant laboratory or production experience; or bachelor's science in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.

· Ability to follow written standard operating procedures and verbal instructions.

· Ability to provide technical written reports.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills.

· Working knowledge of laboratory methods, analytical/scientific methods, or related operational processes.

· Ability to perform assigned responsibilities and manage workload with a moderate degree of supervision.

· Strong time-management skills.

Working Conditions:

· Most tasks will occur within a laboratory environment at AFRL.

· Working with or around hazards: chemical (e.g., oxidizers, caustics, acids and bases), physical (high pressure/high temperature), and electrical (high voltage/wattage).

· Lifting 50 lbs. or less and ability to comfortably stand, sit, or kneel (with a pad) for reasonable periods of time.

Clearance Level

The salary range for this role is:

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits : AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:

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About AV:

AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.

We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.

Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next.

If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

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