2nd Shift Conformal Coating Lab Manager

Leidos; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 73,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a 2nd Shift Conformal Coating Lab Manager to lead the PCBA conformal coating operations and oversee the lab team at the Electronics Manufacturing Facility. The role requires directing certified technicians and coordinating with project teams on schedule and cost while ensuring adherence to policies.

The position emphasizes leadership in a dynamic defense manufacturing environment, with emphasis on quality, safety, and continuous improvement, including 5S lab practices and MES

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 4–8 years of relevant experience or Master’s with 2–6 years of relevant work experience.
• In lieu of a degree, a High School diploma/GED with 8 years of experience will be considered.
• Applicants must have strong experience working with teams and ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Day to day management of 2nd Shift PCBA conformal coating operations.
• Oversee 2nd Shift PCBA lab including press fit, selective solder and other PCBA processes when needed.
• Communicate with project teams and production control to provide schedule and cost updates.
• Provide employee feedback and handle disciplinary matters.

Skills

Team leadership

Multitasking

Communication

Safety-focused

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Solumina MES

Aegis Build Tracking

Job description

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact? At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. Your greatest work is ahead! Leidos’ Defense Systems Electronic Manufacturing Facility is seeking a 2nd Shift Conformal Coating Lab Manager to join our team at our Electronics Manufacturing Facility. Candidate will be responsible for leadership of the 2nd Shift technician team that completes conformal coating on Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBA’s). The type of work includes managing team that completes conformal coating on PCBA’s including manual processes as well as automated dispensing equipment. This position will lead the team of certified technicians. If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading! Leidos Defense Systems Sector / Manufacturing provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions. Are you ready to make an impact?

Primary Responsibilities

• Day to day management responsibilities of 2nd Shift PCBA conformal coating operations.
• When necessary, manage 2nd Shift in PCBA lab including press fit, selective solder and other PCBA processes.
• Communicate with project teams and production control to provide updates on both schedule and cost
• Will be responsible for providing employee feedback and any disciplinary matters.
• Reviewing and approving time sheets and verification for accuracy
• Enforcing / following company policies as applicable
• Engaging with peers to share best practices
• Maintaining 5S best practices in lab undefined

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 4-8 years of prior relevant experience or a Masters with 2-6 years of prior relevant work experience.
• In lieu of a degree, a High School diploma/GED with 8 years of experience will be considered.
• Applicants must have strong experience working with teams.
• Ability to multi-task and meet multiple objectives over similar time periods.
• Ability to stand for up to 4 hours daily.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
• MES (Solumina or Aegis) Build Tracking experience.
• Candidate will be required to have basic computer skills associated with these assembly tasks (such as retrieving the manufacturing documentation from the system, updating the system as router steps are completed, communication via email, Excel spreadsheets, etc.).
• Must be a US Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) a Final Secret Clearance OR meet the eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current or prior certification in J-STD-001
• Knowledge of PCBA conformal coating processes.
• Experience leading a team
• Experience working 2nd shift MES (Solumina or Aegis) Build Tracking experience

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Original Posting: October 19, 2026 For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range: Pay Range $73,450.00 - $132,775.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Pay and Benefits

• Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement.

Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information at any part of the employment application process. And Leidos will communicate with you only through emails that are sent from a Leidos.com email address. If you receive an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information, please report the email to [e-mail].

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.