Engineering Lab Manager

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of RVS engineering and development labs, including equipment utilization and workflow coordination.
• Lead and mentor a team of lab technicians, specialists, and support staff.
• Manage laboratory assets, including equipment maintenance schedules, calibration, and lifecycle planning.
• Partner with engineering, R&D, and facilities teams to support experiments, builds, and testing activities.
• Ensure strict compliance with EHS, cleanroom, chemical handling, and security requirements.
• Establish and improve standard operating procedures, lab configuration control, and equipment access policies.
• Coordinate procurement of lab consumables and tools while managing budgets and cost controls.
• Drive continuous improvement in lab efficiency, safety, and technical capability.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related STEM discipline and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience (or an advanced STEM degree with 5+ years of experience).
• Proven experience leading, supervising, or managing activities within a technical laboratory environment.
• Deep knowledge of laboratory safety protocols, EHS procedures, and chemical-handling requirements.
• Experience in laboratories supporting electro-optical, semiconductor, MEMS, or infrared detector development.
• U.S. citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Raytheon Vision Systems labs, equipment, or processes.
• Background in facility upgrades, lab buildouts, or capital equipment deployment.
• Experience with Lean or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with configuration management and controlled lab environments.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance available for this position.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave.
• Employee assistance programs and flexible work schedules.

About the Company

Raytheon Vision Systems is part of RTX, an aerospace and defense leader providing advanced systems and services for commercial, military, and government customers worldwide. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world.