Rendezvous and Proximity Operations RPO Lab Manager
Rendezvous and Proximity Operations RPO Lab Manager
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24-04-2025
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USD 129000 - 193500
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1 Vacancy
Posted on :
24-04-2025
Job Description
Job ID: 3741
The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a highly motivated RPO Lab Manager to lead a cuttingedge lab focused on satellite rendezvous and proximity operations. The successful candidate will oversee the technical direction team coordination and daytoday operations of a lab dedicated to testing simulation and development of RPO capabilities. This role involves handson engineering leadership strategic program and interfacing with government customers and research collaborators.
Key Responsibilities:
*SDL offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Visit our Benefits Page to learn more about what we offer.
At SDL we support national security and scientific missions that matter. Our technologies power some of the most important satellite systems and spacecraft operations in space today. If youre passionate about pushing the boundaries of space technology join us and help define the future of RPO.
SDL supports a variety of missions including NASAs vision to reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind and the Department of Defenses aim to protect our nation on the ground in the air and in space. Our sensors satellites software systems and science and engineering play an essential role in some important missions youve heard of and others that you havent. Join our team in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.
At SDL we uphold a culture of respect collaboration empowerment and accountability. We listen with open minds seek to understand diverse perspectives and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge involving others and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership act with integrity and be accountable. Above all we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners.
The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a highly motivated RPO Lab Manager to lead a cuttingedge lab focused on satellite rendezvous and proximity operations. The successful candidate will oversee the technical direction team coordination and daytoday operations of a lab dedicated to testing simulation and development of RPO capabilities. This role involves handson engineering leadership strategic program and interfacing with government customers and research collaborators.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leads and grows a team of Engineers and Technicians developing and testing RPO capabilities
- Guides the designs and implementations of RPOrelated simulation environments and hardwareintheloop 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 multidisciplinary 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 softwareintheloop (SIL) and hardwareintheloop (HIL) testing
- Previous lab management experience or direct involvement in lab standup or expansion
- PMP certification or equivalent leadership training
- $129000$193500
- Salary commensurate based on education and experience
*SDL offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Visit our Benefits Page to learn more about what we offer.
At SDL we support national security and scientific missions that matter. Our technologies power some of the most important satellite systems and spacecraft operations in space today. If youre passionate about pushing the boundaries of space technology join us and help define the future of RPO.
SDL supports a variety of missions including NASAs vision to reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind and the Department of Defenses aim to protect our nation on the ground in the air and in space. Our sensors satellites software systems and science and engineering play an essential role in some important missions youve heard of and others that you havent. Join our team in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.
At SDL we uphold a culture of respect collaboration empowerment and accountability. We listen with open minds seek to understand diverse perspectives and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge involving others and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership act with integrity and be accountable. Above all we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners.
For questions assistance or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program please contact
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Manager
Employment Type
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