Rendezvous and Proximity Operations (RPO) Lab Manager

• Leads and grows a team of Engineers and Technicians developing and testing RPO capabilities
• Guides the designs and implementations of RPO-related simulation environments and hardware-in-the-loop testbeds
• Manages lab schedules, tasking, and priorities to meet project milestones and deliverables
• Interfaces directly with internal and external stakeholders to align technical progress with mission needs
• Fosters collaboration across disciplines including GNC, software, systems, and flight hardware
• Defines and tracks technical objectives, deliverables, and risk mitigation plans
• Ensures proper lab safety, configuration management, and documentation practices
• Leads proposals, roadmaps, and strategic planning for future RPO capabilities

• BS or MS in aerospace engineering, systems engineering, or a related technical field
• 10+ years of experience in aerospace systems development, preferably involving RPO or space mission operations
• Demonstrated technical leadership of multi-disciplinary engineering teams
• Experience with spacecraft GNC, simulation, or autonomous operations
• Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills
• Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance (Top Secret preferred)

• Experience with RPO sensors, algorithms, or flight systems
• Familiarity with software-in-the-loop (SIL) and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing
• Previous lab management experience or direct involvement in lab stand-up or expansion
• PMP certification or equivalent leadership training

• $129,000-$193,500
  • Salary commensurate based on education and experience

For questions, assistance, or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact [email protected].