Student Research Assistants

AeroVironment, Inc.; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K with company matching

9/80 work schedule

Paid holidays

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. is offering opportunities for Student Research Assistants to support AFRL research in Dayton, Ohio.

The role involves using scientific and engineering techniques to address questions across multiple disciplines, with a strong emphasis on enthusiasm for STEM and relevant coursework. This position runs 10 to 12 weeks, with up to 40 hours per week; during school years, local students may work part-time (~10–15 hours/week).

Qualifications

• Requires current enrollment in a STEM program.
• Bachelor’s degree in progress, preferably second or third year.

Responsibilities

• Assist with research tasks across disciplines at AFRL in Dayton, OH.
• Prepare reports and maintain accurate records of experiments and results.
• Collaborate with researchers and students and support ongoing projects.

Skills

Lab techniques

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM field

Job description

Worker Type Supplemental Job Description AV has opportunities available for Student Research Assistants to support research at the Air Force Research Laboratories (AFRL) in Dayton, Ohio.

The successful candidate will use a variety of scientific and/or engineering techniques to address research questions related to multiple disciplines. The candidate should demonstrate a driven interest in the STEM fields, especially through previous and planned course work.

Work options include: 10 to 12 weeks, up to 40 hours/per week (school breaks, summers)- Part-time work during school years (~10-15 hr/week) for local students.

Requirements: This position is working within a government facility and requires US citizenship. Must be working toward a bachelor’s degree preferably in their second or third year. Requires current enrollment in a STEM program focused in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, biology, chemistry, materials, or related field. Relevant course work, required. Related lab experience, preferred. Include a cover letter, indicating the department of interest (see summaries below).

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. We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC. Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

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.

ITAR 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. Careers at AeroVironment

Focused Areas

Biological & Nanoscale Technologies – Focusing research in synthetic biology, biomaterials, flexible devices, functional additive manufacturing, pathogen-cell interactions, biomarkers and real-time sensor development. Health & Performance Technologies – focusing on advancing marker discovery in air and biofluids, sensor development, evaluating microbiomes for health and performance, as well as toxicology, industrial hygiene, and high throughput screening for genetic and chemical exposure. Our scientists also specialize in synthetic biology, in biosensors and biocircuits, as well as directed energy bioeffects and aeromedical applications. An emerging specialty in data analytics and modeling contributes to advancing many of these fields. Materials & Processes – Conducting research in processing, characterization, and modeling of advanced structural alloys and intermetallics, light metallic alloys, ceramics, and ceramic matrix composites. Photonics & Electronics Technologies – Conducting multi-disciplined R&D focused on electromagnetics including high-energy lasers, imaging systems, optical architectures, nonlinear optics, multiferroics and sensing.

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 will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A “U.S. person” according to their 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.