Hardware Lab Manager | Scale Prototyping & Validation

United States Digital Space LLC; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC, based in Boston, MA, is hiring a Hardware Lab Manager to own and scale our hardware development lab from prototype to validation. You will lead the lab team and the systems that enable rapid product innovation, partnering with Hardware Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Technical Program Management.

The role requires 7+ years in hardware development or lab ops, strong cross-functional collaboration, and a proactive approach to AI tools in daily tasks.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in hardware development, test, or lab environments including team leadership.
• Experience improving lab operations and enabling fast hardware development across programs.
• Experience managing lab equipment, prototyping tools, metrology equipment, calibration, inventory, and safety programs.
• Hands-on experience supporting hardware prototyping, debugging, and engineering test activities.
• Strong communication, organization, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Commitment to embracing and leveraging AI tools in day-to-day tasks while maintaining high quality.

Responsibilities

• Own the hardware development labs and ensure high-throughput operation from prototype to validation.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of lab technicians with focus on excellence and continuous improvement.
• Prioritize shared lab resources with Engineering PMs and leaders to reduce bottlenecks.
• Build and improve scalable lab systems for scheduling, intake, inventory, and equipment tracking.
• Manage lifecycle of lab infrastructure, including test equipment and metrology systems.
• Collaborate with Hardware Engineering, Product Integrity, Manufacturing, and external labs for prototypes and testing.
• Establish a safe, organized, compliant lab environment with standardized processes and training.
• Manage lab budget and plan investments in equipment and infrastructure.

Skills

Lab leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Experimentation

AI tools adoption

Tools

Metrology equipment

Calibration tools

Prototyping tools

Job description

United States Digital Space LLC, based in Boston, MA, is hiring a Hardware Lab Manager to own and scale our hardware development lab from prototype to validation. You will lead the lab team and the systems that enable rapid product innovation, partnering with Hardware Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Technical Program Management.

The role requires 7+ years in hardware development or lab ops, strong cross-functional collaboration, and a proactive approach to AI tools in daily tasks.