Research Scientist - Senior Physiologist

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Research Scientist  - Human Performance / Physiology
AV is seeking a Research Scientist to join our growing team at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, Ohio. In this role, you will support cutting-edge research within the Human Performance Directorate of the 711th Human Performance Wing, contributing to the Air Force's mission to optimize human performance in demanding aerospace environments.
What You Will Do
As a key member of our multidisciplinary research team, you will:
·    Identify, integrate, and test hardware and software systems that enable advanced aerospace physiology research.
·    Support a variety of biomechanical, biometric, and cognitive data collection and analysis efforts.
·    Troubleshoot and maintain experimental equipment, ensuring reliable data acquisition and system functionality.
·    Collaborate effectively with human subjects, government researchers, and industry partners to support ongoing studies and research initiatives.
·    Document research protocols, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and technical findings to support project deliverables.
What Qualifications You Will Bring
·    This position is working within a government facility and requires U.S. Citizenship
·    Master's degree in a related scientific, engineering, or health-focused field 
·    15+ years of relevant research or industry experience. 
·    Hands-on experience acquiring, installing, and maintaining test equipment to meet specific project or research requirements.
·    Proven experience in the collection, management, and analysis of large datasets, including working with data communication protocols and analysis pipelines.
·    Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience authoring reports, SOPs, and test documentation.
·    Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary research environment.
·    Demonstrated ability to lead groups performing technical tasks.
Preferred Qualifications
·    Prior experience working with human subjects in research or clinical settings.
·    Prior experience supporting physiological studies within a human centrifuge.
·    Experience working with the DoD 
 
 
Clearance Requirement
No security clearance required

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The salary range for this role is:

AeroVironment 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:

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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