Hypersonics Lab Manager, Software Systems Test Environment

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Work type
On-site
Location
Huntsville, AL
Salary
$92,300–$166,850 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
54 days ago
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TL;DR · Hypersonics Lab Manager, Software Systems Test Environment

The Hypersonics Lab Manager- Software Systems Test Environment manages day-to-day operations and maintenance for a classified engineering lab supporting hypersonic software test environments. This role involves overseeing lab safety, security, and technical risks while ensuring compliance with DoD security requirements. Key responsibilities include managing budgets, facility improvements, equipment calibrations, and lifecycle replacements. The manager supports engineering integration and test activities for kinetic and directed energy platforms, RADAR, and other surveillance technologies. Required skills include experience with hardware, software, or system integration, troubleshooting, and handling classified data. Technical competencies include Python, Labview, and Nation Instruments hardware, alongside networking knowledge of TCP/IP, switches, and firewalls. The role also utilizes SecDevOps tools like Git, Artifactory, and Ansible to support complex defense sector problems in a closed environment.

What you'll do

  • Manage day-to-day operations and maintenance of a classified engineering lab.
  • Ensure lab operations comply with all applicable DoD security requirements and policies.
  • Identify and mitigate lab safety, security, technical, and operational risks.
  • Support engineering integration and test activities as needed.
  • Develop and manage the lab budget, facility improvements, and long-range infrastructure planning.
  • Manage equipment calibrations, lifecycle replacements, and lab access.
  • Partner with security teams to maintain secure and effective laboratory operations.

What we're looking for

  • Must have an ABET accredited B.S. or equivalent degree in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a similar field.
  • Must have 8+ years of prior relevant experience.
  • Must have experience managing day-to-day operations of an engineering or test lab, including equipment, facility resources, and scheduling.
  • Must have experience identifying and mitigating laboratory hazards such as electrical safety, ESD, RF/EMI, hazardous materials, and fire protection.
  • Must have knowledge of and experience handling classified data and material.
  • Must have working knowledge of NISPOM/32 CFR Part 117, DSS/DCSA requirements, and other applicable security policies.
  • Must have direct, hands-on experience with hardware, software, or system integration, troubleshooting, and testing.
  • Must be a US Citizen with an active secret clearance and reside in or be willing to relocate to Huntsville, AL.

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