R&D Lab Supervisor — Lead, Optimize & Ensure Safety

Elbit Systems of America; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

401(k) program

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

PTO

Parental Leave

Referral Program

Voluntary Benefits

TRICARE Supplement

Job summary

Elbit America in Roanoke, VA, is seeking a Lab Supervisor to lead the Research & Development laboratories, manage a team of technicians, and ensure safe, efficient operations aligned with established protocols. You will set daily priorities, coordinate with managers, drive continuous improvement, and perform hands-on lab work as needed, while mentoring staff and safeguarding quality and compliance.

This role offers a 9/80 schedule, strong benefits, and opportunities to impact national security

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a related technical field; equivalent relevant experience considered.
• 5+ years of experience working in laboratory environments, technical operations, or fabrication systems.
• Prior supervisory or lead experience preferred; experience directing technical work highly desirable.
• Experience working within structured laboratory protocols.
• Working knowledge of laboratory equipment, components, and general operational concepts.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement concepts; Lean/Six Sigma certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of laboratory technicians, including assigning work and setting priorities.
• Oversee system readiness, maintenance, and safe operation of lab systems, ensuring adherence to established procedures.
• Coordinate system shutdowns, restarts, and recovery activities with proper planning and alignment.
• Maintain laboratory safety, cleanliness, and documentation standards.
• Communicate performance expectations and provide coaching, feedback, and development planning.
• Identify operational or technical issues and apply judgment to troubleshoot or resolve them within guidelines.
• Lead structured team meetings with clear agendas, action items, and follow‑up expectations.
• Coordinate with other supervisors or groups to enhance efficiency and workflow.
• Report critical equipment issues, resource needs, and operational risks to management.
• Establish and drive a continuous improvement mindset within the lab team and spaces.
• Support process improvements and assist with updating procedures to enhance lab consistency and efficiency.
• Perform lab work, as may be driven by business needs.

Skills

Supervision

Lab operations

Safety compliance

Communication

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Physics or related field

Tools

Laboratory equipment

QA testing equipment

Job description

Elbit America in Roanoke, VA, is seeking a Lab Supervisor to lead the Research & Development laboratories, manage a team of technicians, and ensure safe, efficient operations aligned with established protocols. You will set daily priorities, coordinate with managers, drive continuous improvement, and perform hands-on lab work as needed, while mentoring staff and safeguarding quality and compliance.

This role offers a 9/80 schedule, strong benefits, and opportunities to impact national security