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PERMANENT

\nUpdated 07/2026\nJob Description\nJob Summary\nRole Overview\nThe primary responsibility of this role is to prepare, operate, and maintain equipment for manufacturing a range of custom bioproducts. Working alongside senior specialists, scientists, and engineers, the associate scientist will help transition bioproducts from bench-scale laboratory workflows into pilot-scale industrial operations.\nCore Responsibilities\nOperate microbial fermenters at the 0.25-liter, 10-liter, and 100-liter scales for research trials and pilot biomanufacturing runs.\nExecute downstream processing unit operations, including cell lysis, biomass recovery, separation, and biomolecular purification.\nOperate and maintain pilot-scale equipment such as steam-in-place fermenters, continuous flow centrifuges, high-pressure homogenizers, tangential flow filtration units, depth filtration stacks, and console lyophilizers.\nSupport lab operations through tasks like solution preparation, glassware washing, and sterilization.\nEnsure equipment is ready for use by performing startup, commissioning, routine cleaning, maintenance, and minor facility repairs.\nCollaborate with scientists and engineers on process optimization and bioproduct characterization using analytical tools such as mass spectrometry, HPLC/FPLC, gel electrophoresis, and electron microscopy.\nDraft, revise, and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) and product-specific protocols. Maintain strict adherence to protocols.\nSupport facility business functions, including consumable supply ordering, shipping, and inventory tracking.\nPresent findings and work progress at internal and external scientific meetings and conferences.\nDocument processes using standard batch records.\nRequired Qualifications\nThis position is working within a government facility and requires U.S. Citizenship\nAssociate or bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., biomanufacturing, microbiology, chemical engineering, or bioengineering).\n1 years of experience operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting food or bioprocessing equipment.\nHands-on experience with microbial fermentation and protein purification at the laboratory scale.\nComfort and capability working with industrial equipment in an industrial setting.\nStrong understanding of research methodology, principles, and data interpretation.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.\nProficiency with standard word processing and spreadsheet software.\nDesired Qualifications\n2 years of pilot-scale or production facility experience in food or biomanufacturing.\nDirect experience with industrial fermentation, bioproduction, and spray-drying.\nFamiliarity with Design of Experiments (DoE), process optimization, and bioproduct characterization tools.\nPhysical & Environmental Demands\nAbility to comfortably lift up to 50 lbs.\nAbility to stand for extended periods, climb, and interact with equipment at various heights.\nAbility to work safely in hot, cold, or wet environments, and in close proximity to heated equipment.\nCapacity to safely handle, store, and dispose of industrial chemicals and solvents in volumes up to 10 liters.\nAbility to consistently wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for extended durations during processing runs.\nSchedule\nMonday

Friday, 8:00 AM
5:00 PM; Occasional nights, weekends, or extended hours as operational needs require (very rarely).\nClearance Level\nNo Clearance\nThe salary range for this role is:\n$69,500
$106,000\nAeroVironment 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:

\nThis 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.\n

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: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.\nWe also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.\nPrincipals only need apply. NO agencies please.\n

About AV:

\nAV isn't for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.\nWe 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.\nFounded 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.\nIf youre ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there's no better place to do it than AV.\nWe 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. 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Associate Scientist - Microbial Fermentation and Bioprocessing