AV · 1 day ago
Research Assistant - Sensor Fabrication & Testing
WPAFB
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$65K/yr - $92K/yr
0+ years expAeroVironment (AV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems and tactical missile systems. They are seeking a Research Assistant to design, fabricate, and characterize novel biosensing platforms while working collaboratively with a team of scientists and engineers to prepare these devices for human testing and validation.
AerospaceAir TransportationDronesElectric VehicleElectronicsEnergyGovernmentManufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Designs, develops, fabricates, and characterizes biosensors and associated measurement systems for production and R&D
Executes robust test plans, sensor validation protocols, and documents performance specifications
Analyzes, processes, and formats datasets from laboratory testing to derive clear, actionable conclusions
Works well with lead scientists to execute test and evaluation
Works with diverse teams across multiple disciplines, including materials science, clinical, and regulatory affairs
Provides timely feedback on testing to afford improvements be made in sensor performance, reliability, and manufacturability
Evaluates sensor performance metrics such as sensitivity, specificity, and stability
Executes functional, performance, and interference tests on biosensor components and integrated systems
Resolves a wide range of technical issues in creative and effective ways
Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires an evaluation of electrochemical, optical, and biological factors
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
B.S. degree in Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or a related scientific field is required
0-2 years of hands-on experience in biosensor development, fabrication, and characterization
Experienced in using various biorecognition elements and coatings
Experienced in utilizing multiple electrochemical techniques and potentiostats
Experienced in maintaining detailed lab notebooks and writing technical reports and root-cause analyses
Quick learner of new biosensor fabrication methods, analytical tests and implementation of methods in the lab
Strong analytical knowledge & ability to use the latest testing technology and standards
Strong quality, risk quantification, and technical leadership skills
Possesses effective problem resolution, judgment & decision-making skills
Strong oral and written communications skills, with experience preparing documentation for regulatory review a plus
Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
Focused on teamwork, collaboration and putting the success of the team above one's own interests
U.S. Citizenship required
Benefits
Medical
Dental vision
401K with company matching
A 9/80 work schedule
A paid holiday shutdown
Company
At AV, we build shoulder-to-shoulder with our customers, delivering systems shaped by real-world missions, not theoretical requirements.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.68B2025-07-01Post Ipo Equity· $875M
2025-07-01Post Ipo Debt· $650M
2023-09-19Post Ipo Equity· $109.01M
Leadership Team
Wahid Nawabi
Chairman, President & CEO
Johnathan Jones
Senior Vice President
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