Hypersonics Lab Manager- Software Systems Test Environment

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

Job summary

Leidos LLC in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Software Systems Lab Manager to lead the Hypersonic Software Test Environment. You will oversee day-to-day operations of a classified lab and coordinate with FSO, ISSO, ISSM, and cyber security to maintain secure, compliant operations.

The role requires an ABET-accredited B.S. in a related field with 8+ years of experience, hands-on hardware/software integration, and the ability to manage budgets and lab infrastructure in a DoD setting.

Qualifications

• Requires ABET-accredited B.S. in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or similar field.
• 8+ years of relevant experience managing day-to-day operation of an engineering or test lab.
• Experience with handling classified data and DoD security policies (NISPOM/32 CFR Part 117).
• Hands-on hardware, software, or system integration, troubleshooting, and testing.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple program teams and relocate to the Huntsville, AL area.

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.

Skills

Lab management

DoD security compliance

System integration

Team collaboration

Lab safety

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in related field

Tools

SecDevOps tooling

Git

Artifactory

CI/CD

Ansible

Active Directory

LabVIEW

National Instruments hardware

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

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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: Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00

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.

Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $17.2 billion for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.

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Commitment and Diversity

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.