Hypersonics Lab Manager- Software Systems Test Environment

Leidos; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 92,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Defense seeks a Software Systems Lab Manager for its Hypersonic Software Test Environment in Huntsville, AL. You will lead day-to-day lab operations, manage budgets, scheduling, and ensure compliance with DoD security requirements while coordinating with FSO, ISSO, ISSM, and cyber teams.

This senior role requires 8+ years in engineering labs, strong hardware/software integration, Python, SecDevOps experience, and a current US Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• ABET accredited B.S. in computer engineering, CS, EE or similar field with 8+ years of experience.
• Experience managing day-to-day operation of an engineering or test lab with equipment & scheduling.
• Knowledge of handling classified data and security policies (NISPOM, 32 CFR Part 117, DSS/DCSA).

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations and maintenance of a classified engineering lab.
• Ensure lab operations comply with DoD security requirements.
• Coordinate with FSO/ISSO/ISSM and cyber teams for secure operations.
• Identify and mitigate lab safety, security, and operational risks.
• Support engineering integration and test activities as needed.
• Develop and manage lab budget, facilities planning, and lifecycle planning.
• Manage equipment calibrations and lab access.

Skills

Lab management

Security compliance

Hardware & software integration

Python

SecDevOps

Networking basics

Education

ABET accredited B.S. in computer engineering / related field

Tools

National Instruments hardware

LabVIEW

Git

Artifactory

Ansible

CI/CD

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.

Are you ready for your next career challenge?

Leidos Defense 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.

Leidos Defense is seeking a Software Systems Lab Manager for our Hypersonic Software Test Environment. We are a diverse team that works to implement unique solutions for complex problems in the defense sector, including but not limited to kinetic and directed energy defensive and offensive platforms as well as RADAR and other surveillance and sensor technologies. Our team works across multiple business sectors, with industry partners, and directly with the customer. We strive to have a variety of skillsets personally and across the team to meet the needs of our customers.

Primary Responsibilities

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

Basic Qualifications

• Requires an ABET accredited B.S. or equivalent degree in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or similar field with 8+ years of prior relevant experience.
• Candidates must have experience managing day-to-day operation of an engineering or test lab including: Equipment management, facility resource management, and scheduling of design or test events.
• Candidates must have experience with identifying and mitigating laboratory hazards and operational risks including electrical safety, ESD, RF/EMI, hazardous materials, and fire protection.
• Candidates must have knowledge of and experience with handling classified data and material.
• Candidates must have working knowledge of NISPOM/32 CFR Part 117, DSS/DCSA requirements, and other applicable security policies.
• Candidates must have direct, hands‑on experience with hardware, software, or system integration, troubleshooting and testing.
• Candidates must have the ability to work and communicate with various other program functional groups, program management, engineering, cybersecurity, IT and Classified IT, security, facilities, and safety.
• Resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama, AL area.
• US Citizenship required with active secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least eight years of experience in engineering, laboratory, test, or integration operations.
• Experience managing facilities supporting classified DoD programs.
• Experience with configuring the network in the classified space to support SecDevOps approaches in a closed environment
• Experienced with SecDevOps, git, artifactory, ansible, CI/CD, active directory group management
• Working knowledge and operation of electronic test equipment (e.g. oscilloscope, voltmeter, signal analyzer/generator)
• Working knowledge of software languages, especially Python
• Working knowledge of Nation Instruments hardware and Labview code
• Demonstrated understanding of TCP/IP concepts, IP addressing, and subnetting within a networking environment
• Experience working with network equipment such as switches, routers, and firewalls
• Experience preparing and presenting briefings and/or demonstrations to customers and management
• CompTIA Security+ certification
• TEMPEST/EMSEC training

If you’re looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We’re not hiring followers. We’re recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We’re already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:

September 3, 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 $92,300.00 - $166,850.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.