Lab Manager

Intellian Technologies; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible time off

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) plan

Job summary

Intellian Technologies in Rockville, MD seeks an experienced Lab Manager to oversee a state-of-the-art design and development lab for Satcom hardware. You will ensure a safe, organized, and fully calibrated environment for engineering teams to design, prototype, and test next-generation satellite communication equipment.

The role covers asset tracking, calibration, inventory control, vendor coordination, and shipping.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 3+ years managing electronics, R&D, or RF test lab.

Responsibilities

• Catalog lab hardware, prototypes, and RF/digital test gear.
• Schedule calibration/repairs for VNAs, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes.
• Restock lab consumables and RF cables/connectors.
• Enforce ESD and cleanliness; maintain OSHA safety.
• Assist PCBA rework, soldering, and RF/power cabling prototyping.
• Manage purchase orders for lab tools, components, software licenses.
• Coordinate with equipment manufacturers and calibration labs.
• Handle domestic/international shipping inquiries.
• Monitor lab temperature/humidity for RF testing.
• Manage lab access and train engineers on equipment safety policies.

Skills

RF test gear knowledge

Soldering & rework

Inventory management

Lab safety compliance

Electronics troubleshooting

Education

Electrical Eng / Electronics Tech degree

Tools

Inventory management software

Spreadsheets

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Lab Manager to oversee our state-of-the-art design and development laboratory. In this role, you will be the backbone of our engineering operations, ensuring our hardware teams have a safe, organized, and fully calibrated environment to design, prototype, and test next-generation satellite communication (Satcom) equipment.

Main Responsibilities and Tasks

• Asset Tracking: Catalog all lab hardware, prototypes, and high-value RF/digital test equipment.
• Calibration: Schedule routine calibration and repairs for VNAs, spectrum analyzers, and oscilloscopes.
• Inventory Control: Restock lab consumables, RF cables, connectors, and electronic components.

Lab Operations & Safety

• ESD & Cleanliness: Maintain a clean lab layout and enforce strict ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) protocols.
• Safety Compliance: Enforce OSHA standards, chemical safety (solvents, flux), and waste disposal.
• Prototyping Support: Assist with PCBA rework, precision soldering, and custom RF/power cabling.
• Purchasing: Manage purchase orders (POs) for new lab tools, components, and software licenses.
• Vendor Relations: Coordinate with equipment manufacturers and calibration labs.
• Shipping & Handling: Manage and process domestic and international shipping and handling related inquiries.
• Climate Control: Monitor lab temperature and humidity levels critical for sensitive RF testing.
• Access & Training: Manage lab access and train new engineers on equipment safety policies.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Experience: 3+ years managing an electronics, R&D, or RF test laboratory.
• RF Skills: Practical knowledge of RF test gear, connectors, and high-frequency safety.
• Hands-on Skills: Excellent soldering and rework skills (IPC or J-STD certifications a plus).
• Tools: Proficient with inventory management software and spreadsheets.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Experience with shipping and handling packages both domestically and internationally.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk working on computers.
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Must be able to lift up to at least 50 pounds at times.
• Ability to traverse to multiple locations.

About Intellian Technologies

Intellian is the world’s leading provider of satellite antennas and terminals, with a mission to empower connectivity so connectivity can empower the world. We are driven by a passion for innovation and agile responsiveness to customer needs. As the crucial link between satellite networks and millions of people on Earth, Intellian’s leading technology and antennas empower global connectivity across oceans and continents, organizations, and communities. Strategic thinking, an obsession with quality, and a proven ability to deliver enable Intellian to invent for the future, creating mutual success for partners and customers as the world’s connectivity needs evolve.

We offer a generous benefits package, including flexible time off and paid holidays. Eligible employees also have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability coverage. A 401(k) plan with employer safe harbor is available. Additional compensation elements may be offered depending on the role, which may include an opportunity for an annual bonus based on both company and individual performance.