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AeroVironmentPosted 10/20/2026full-timeWright-Patterson Air Force Base • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $88,500 - $135,000 per yearWebsite
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in polymer chemistry, materials science, and laboratory research methodologies, with a strong focus on experimental design, data analysis, and technical reporting. Proficient in utilizing analytical techniques and maintaining laboratory safety standards while collaborating effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
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Polymer ChemistryLaboratory ExperimentationData AnalysisAnalytical Techniques (FTIR, DSC, TGA, SEM)Laboratory Safety Practices
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Conduct laboratory experiments involving polymer chemistry, polymer synthesis, material formulation, and hybrid material preparation
- Assist with development, preparation, and evaluation of polymer-based materials, composites, and hybrid material systems
- Perform laboratory procedures for material synthesis, sample preparation, processing, purification, and testing
- Characterize materials to evaluate chemical composition, physical properties, morphology, thermal behavior, and performance
- Collect, analyze, and interpret experimental data
- Assist with optimizing material formulations, reaction conditions, and processing parameters
- Troubleshoot routine experimental issues and communicate unexpected results and technical challenges
- Maintain laboratory notebooks, experimental records, technical reports, and research documentation
- Prepare materials, samples, data summaries, and presentations for project teams
- Collaborate with scientists, engineers, technicians, and cross-functional team members
- Follow laboratory safety and environmental, health, and safety requirements
- Maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, and work areas
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Requirements
What you’ll need- Graduate degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related scientific or engineering discipline
- Laboratory research or industry experience in chemistry, polymer science, materials science, or a related field
- Experience conducting laboratory experiments, preparing samples, collecting data, and documenting experimental results
- Experience with laboratory safety practices, chemical handling, and proper use of laboratory equipment
- Ability to follow established experimental procedures and interpret technical instructions
- Ability to identify routine experimental issues
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to maintain accurate and organized laboratory records
- Effective written, verbal, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment
- Familiarity with analytical and characterization techniques such as FTIR, DSC, TGA, SEM, or other relevant methods
- Exposure to materials processing, coating development, surface modification, or structure-property relationships
- Experience with laboratory data analysis, scientific reporting, and technical presentations
- Familiarity with laboratory quality practices, standard operating procedures, and safe chemical handling
- Foundational understanding of polymer chemistry, materials science, and experimental research principles
- Ability to execute defined research tasks and laboratory experiments with appropriate supervision
- Ability to recognize inconsistencies in experimental results and escalate non-routine technical issues
- Basic data analysis and scientific interpretation skills
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage assigned laboratory tasks and priorities
- Ability to communicate technical findings clearly to scientific and nontechnical audiences
- Commitment to laboratory safety, research integrity, teamwork, and continuous learning
- Must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR/EAR or be eligible for approval of an export license
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401K with company matching
- 9/80 work schedule
- Paid holiday shutdown
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Hard Skills
Polymer SynthesisMaterial FormulationSample PreparationChemical Composition AnalysisMaterial CharacterizationExperimental Data InterpretationTroubleshooting Experimental IssuesTechnical ReportingResearch DocumentationQuality Practices
Soft Skills
Attention to DetailEffective CommunicationProblem-Solving SkillsOrganizational SkillsTeam Collaboration
Certifications & Qualifications
Graduate Degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or Related DisciplineU.S. Person Qualification under ITAR/EAR
Industry Keywords
Polymer ScienceMaterials ScienceChemical HandlingSurface ModificationCoating DevelopmentStructure-Property RelationshipsLaboratory ProceduresExperimental Research PrinciplesStandard Operating ProceduresEnvironmental Health and Safety