Engineering Lab Manager

Rocket Lab Rocket Lab is a vertically integrated provider of small launch services, satellites, and spacecraft components. Our mission is to open access to space to improve life on Earth. Our team is over 1,300 people strong and we’re adding to it every week. Collaboration is at our core – every idea is heard, and everyone makes a difference. Teams are nimble, decisions are made quickly, and we are action oriented. Engineering Lab Manager PURPOSE Based out of Rocket Lab's site Sinclair Interplanetary in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, the Engineering Lab Manager report to the VP Operations and is responsible for managing all aspects of an engineering laboratory dedicated to the design and production of spacecraft components (reaction wheels and star trackers). The engineering lab includes facilities, processes and activities related to electrical, mechanical, and optical production and research.   WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO: Manage inventory of lab consumables and supplies, and procure as required. Manage day-to-day engineering lab operations including lab safety protocols and organization. Ensure adherence to safety and regulatory requirements to maintain compliance with lab certifications, permits, and local requirements. Collaborate with production manager and manufacturing engineer to design and organize lab layout for optimum performance. Manage lab assets including storing specialized development hardware, maintaining instrument calibrations, servicing laboratory equipment, and developing and maintaining an equipment and asset database. Develop and execute preventative maintenance plan to manage all building systems including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, safety, and waste management. Manage all Health and Safety onboarding and training of staff in laboratory and building processes, including emergency management response and use of specialized equipment. Collaborate with engineers on new equipment designs, selections, installations, and operations. Analyze and effectively communicate lab related issues, ideas, and recommendations. Plan, schedule, and coordinate new lab locations and spaces. Work with cross-functional teams and external vendors on equipment and service-related needs. Liaise with key stakeholders, including parent company teams, external contractors and the building maintenance team. YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum 4+ years of relevant work experience within a lab environment. College degree or it’s equivalent in a technical or vocational training is preferred. Demonstrable understanding of and experience with infrastructure and facilities management including laboratory refurbishments, major building projects, and managing building infrastructure THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: Experience procuring and maintaining inventory of parts, tools, and laboratory consumables. Hands-on experience with electro-mechanical lab equipment: multi-meter, power supplies, solder pot, soldering iron, thermal chambers, and more. Comfortable with working in a fast-paced, dynamic, and changing work environment. Meticulous organizational skills. Exceptional written communication, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills. Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems Occupational Health and Safety qualification (e.g., IOSH Managing Safely, NEBOSH) Facility Management and Project Management qualification Important information: FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S Department of State. Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY: For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant.  These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.  Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality.  For more information on these Regulations, click here  ITAR Regulations.