IperionX is seeking a detail‑oriented and highly skilled Lab & Quality Assurance Technician to join our team at the Titanium Manufacturing Campus located in the Southern Virginia Technology Park. This role is critical to ensuring the highest standards of quality across our titanium metal powders and finished parts. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical capabilities, hands-on laboratory experience, and a commitment to precision in a fast‑paced advanced manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
- Conduct quality testing using equipment such as combustion analyzers, ICP‑OES, calipers, CMM, and SEM in accordance with applicable ASTM standards.
- Support a strong IPX safety culture by completing required safety training, wearing proper PPE, and following all safety policies and procedures.
- Accurately document and record test results in a timely manner.
- Perform sampling activities following established best practices.
- Qualify final material to ensure it meets required specifications.
- Identify and flag nonconforming material for further review.
- Maintain, organize, and track laboratory materials, equipment, and samples.
- Participate in both internal and external audits as needed.
- Organize and prioritize daily workload to deliver results efficiently and on schedule.
- Perform basic maintenance, calibration, and general upkeep of laboratory equipment.
Requirements and Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
- Laboratory experience with metal analysis preferred; AS/BS in a related science field is a plus.
- Proficient computer skills, particularly Microsoft Excel.
- Experience with measurement methods and equipment used to verify dimensional features of products.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work well with others and operate independently to complete assigned tasks.
- Self-motivated and eager to learn new skills.
Preferred:
- Experience handling hazardous materials such as strong acids and bases.
- OSHA 10 certification.
- Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
About IperionX
Titanium metal is prized for its strength, light weight, and corrosion resistance. These properties are ideal for applications in the aerospace, defense, medical, automotive and consumer electronics industries. Titanium’s problem is its high cost. The standard way to produce titanium metal, the Kroll process, was invented over 70 years ago, is complex, energy intensive, and expensive. IperionX has revolutionary technology to produce titanium metal at significantly lower energy, cost and carbon emissions. Our goal is to fundamentally transform the titanium industry. We are currently scaling production at our Virginia Titanium Manufacturing Campus, comprising the Titanium Production Facility and the Advanced Manufacturing Center. Additional information about IperionX can be found on our corporate website (www.iperionx.com).
Benefits:
- Industry-leading medical, dental and vision insurance benefits
- 401(k) plan and company match
- Paid time off
- Competitive pay and strong opportunity for career growth
IperionX is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). To meet export control compliance requirements, applicants must be a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 (including a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident/green card holder, or a protected individual such as an asylee or refugee).
Pursuant to 41 U.S.C. § 701, IperionX maintains and mandates a zero-tolerance drug free workplace. All applicants are subject to urinalysis drug screening upon receipt of an offer and must successfully pass before beginning work with IperionX.
Please note that the salary range listed above is a general guideline. Salaries will depend on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and market and business factors.
Prior to employment, IperionX will conduct applicable background checks, pre-employment drug screening, and any required physical testing.
Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
Are you currently subject to any agreement (e.g., non-compete, non-solicitation, confidentiality, or other restriction) that may limit your ability to perform the role for which you are applying?
(Yes / No)
I agree that I will not disclose or use, during the application and interview process or if employed by IperionX, any confidential or proprietary information of any current or former employer or other third party.
Please copy and paste the appropriate response:
Yes, I agree. OR
No, I do not agree and I understand that not agreeing to this requirement withdraws me from consideration for this role.
Will you now, or in the future, require employer sponsorship for employment authorization (for example, an H-1B or similar visa/work permit) to work in the United States?
(Yes / No)
Export Control regulations require certain IperionX roles to be filled by “U.S. Persons” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 (including a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident/green card holder, or a protected individual such as an asylee or refugee). Do you currently meet this requirement?
(Yes / No)
Are you currently, or have you ever been, excluded, debarred, suspended, or otherwise declared ineligible by any United States federal department/agency or from any United States federal procurement program?
(Yes / No)
Terms and Conditions:
All application information must be truthful, accurate, and complete; false or incomplete details may result in disqualification or termination.
IperionX may require background checks or other job-related screenings (e.g., criminal history, employment/education verification, drug or physical testing) in accordance with applicable law. Additional details will be provided as needed.
Employment is at-will where permitted by law, meaning either you or IperionX may end employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, unless stated in a signed agreement.
If hired, you agree to follow company policies, including export control and information security requirements, and may need to sign confidentiality or proprietary information agreements.
Type “Yes” to confirm you have read, understand, and agree to these terms.
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Manufacturing: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- South Boston, VA 24592 (Required)
Work Location: In person
