Lab Manager

Hubble Network; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision benefits

Unlimited PTO

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Hubble Network seeks a Lab Manager to own and operate the engineering lab infrastructure for hardware development in a high-reliability aerospace setting. The role ensures a safe, organized, and fully equipped lab environment, ready for satellite integration, RF testing, environmental tests, and prototype work.

The ideal candidate will oversee calibration, maintenance, inventory, and safety programs, while handling procurement under the Head of Hardware.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in an aerospace, RF, electronics, or high-reliability hardware lab environment.
• Direct experience supporting flight or flight-like hardware development.
• Hands-on experience with lab tools, test equipment, prototype assembly, rework, and troubleshooting.
• Experience implementing and managing inventory or asset tracking systems.
• Familiarity with calibration systems and equipment validation processes.
• Strong understanding of ESD control and lab safety practices for sensitive electronics and chemicals.
• Experience supporting environmental test equipment (thermal, vibration, HALT/HASS, ultrasonic cleaning).
• Strong organizational discipline and attention to detail in hardware traceability and equipment control.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day lab operations, calibration and maintenance of critical test equipment, inventory and asset control, lab safety programs, facility coordination, and support ad hoc warehouse operations as needed.
• Own lab-related procurement and vendor ordering under Head of Hardware policies.
• Support flight hardware integration, RF testing, environmental testing and high-reliability prototype work.
• Coordinate with engineering teams to ensure lab readiness and equipment availability for tests and assemblies.
• Document processes and maintain clear records of calibration, maintenance, and inventory activities.

Skills

Lab management

RF testing

Hardware troubleshooting

Inventory management

Lab safety practices

Documentation & communication

Tools

Test equipment

Calibration equipment

3D printers

Environmental test equipment

ESD controls

Vendor management systems

Job description

Hubble Network was founded with the intention of delivering on the promise of what Internet-of-Things (IoT) was supposed to be. We're building a global Bluetooth® network dedicated to machine-to-machine connectivity. We differentiate ourselves as the first modem-less and gateway-less, direct-to-satellite network from off-the-shelf Bluetooth® Low Energy chips. Hubble is ideal for applications in logistics, AgTech, and maritime where economies of scale for volume consumer and enterprise asset tracking is a priority. Our goal is to be the first billion-endpoint-connected network in the world.

Hubble is an early-stage, venture-backed startup supported by some of the best investors in the world. In their previous lives, the founding team has been successful in raising $100s of millions in venture funding, developing the Amazon Sidewalk network, launching billions of dollars of space assets, and leading their teams to successful exits, both through acquisition and IPO. We are now looking to bring on talented team members who are the best at what they do to help us make Hubble a reality for the world.

We’re looking for a Lab Manager to own and operate Hubble’s engineering lab infrastructure in support of hardware development. This role is responsible for ensuring our lab environment is safe, organized, fully equipped, and operationally ready to support satellite integration, RF testing, environmental testing, and high-reliability prototype work.

You will oversee day-to-day lab operations, calibration and maintenance of critical test equipment, inventory and asset control, lab safety programs, facility coordination, and support ad hoc warehouse operations as needed. You will also own lab-related procurement and vendor ordering under the leadership and policies established by the Head of Hardware.

This is a hands-on, tactical role for someone who thrives in high-reliability aerospace environments and takes pride in operational excellence that directly enables flight hardware execution.

This is a ON-SITE, FULL-TIME POSITION

AN IDEAL CANDIDATE MEETS OUR VALUES:

A Sense of Urgency: Identify operational gaps and resolve them quickly to eliminate friction for engineering teams working on flight-critical hardware.

First Principles Engineering: Understand how lab infrastructure, calibration integrity, safety controls, and equipment readiness impact hardware reliability and mission success.

High Learning Agility: Rapidly ramp across RF systems, satellite subsystems, environmental test equipment, and evolving hardware workflows.

System-Level Design and Analysis: Build repeatable systems for inventory, calibration tracking, preventative maintenance, and lab zoning that scale with increasing hardware throughput.

Excellent Communication Skills: Coordinate effectively with electrical, RF, mechanical, firmware, systems engineers, contractors, and leadership; document processes with clarity.

Anticipation of Needs: Forecast tooling, consumables, equipment upgrades, and vendor lead times ahead of integration and test campaigns.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of experience in an aerospace, RF, electronics, or high-reliability hardware lab environment
• Direct experience supporting flight or flight-like hardware development
• Hands-on experience with lab tools, test equipment, prototype assembly, rework, and troubleshooting
• Experience implementing and managing inventory or asset tracking systems
• Familiarity with calibration systems and equipment validation processes
• Strong understanding of ESD control and lab safety practices for sensitive electronics and chemicals
• Experience supporting environmental test equipment (thermal, vibration, HALT/HASS, ultrasonic cleaning)
• Strong organizational discipline and attention to detail in hardware traceability and equipment control

  STRONGLY DESIRED

  • Experience in satellite or antenna assembly environments
  • Knowledge of AS9100, IPC, NIST, ISO, or similar quality framework
  • Experience with fine-pitch soldering, RF connectors, coax assembly, and harness fabrication
  • Experience supporting cleanroom environments, electronic service bays, or machine shops
  • Experience maintaining and troubleshooting 3D printers
  • Experience managing service contracts and vendor performance for technical equipment

  COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

  Salary: $65,000 - $144,000 (commensurate with experience)

  Comprehensive Benefits – Health, Dental, Vision, & HSA options

  Unlimited PTO

  Commuter Benefits (if working from HQ)

  Learning & Development Allowance Health & Wellness Stipend Sabbatical Program – Recharge and explore new ideas

  Cutting-Edge Space Tech – Work on state-of-the-art satellite system

  ITAR REQUIREMENTS

  Hubble is required by the U.S. Government to comply with various space technology export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident (“green card holder”) as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15).

  Hubble is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Each individual has the right to work in a professional environment that promotes equal employment opportunity and prohibits discriminatory practices, including harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

  Seattle Washington

  Washington Pay

  $65,000 — $144,000 USD