Material Scientist

AeroVironment•Bath Township, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

AV has an opportunity available for a Research Scientist to join our ceramics and composites team at the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL). The position focuses on basic and applied research projects involving characterization and processing of ceramics and ceramic composites. Primary research responsibilities will be to support the production of new ceramic powders, sinter samples and layup composites. The position requires working closely with government and contract researchers within the research team and with other research teams. We are particularly interested in a highly motivated, adaptable, and capable individual with a BS or MS in Materials Science, Polymer Chemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship
BS or MS in Materials Science & Engineering, Polymer Chemistry, Chemistry, Ceramic Engineering or a related field
Experience with materials processing and characterization
Ability to learn and develop new approaches and techniques
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Self-motivated individual with good interpersonal skills and careful attention to details
Adaptable to varying program objectives
Must comply with ITAR/EAR regulations and provide documentation to verify U.S. person status.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ceramic and/or composite processing and characterization
Powder processing, sintering, and characterization
Experience with inert environment experimentation such as working in a glovebox or conducting air-free synthesis
Experience with SEMs, TEMs, sample polishing, TGA, XRD, rheometry and/or dilatometry

Responsibilities

Support the production of new ceramic powders
Sinter samples
Layup composites
Work closely with government and contract researchers within the research team and with other research teams