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Whoop

Hardware Lab Manager

Boston, MA · On-site

$140K - $195K/yr

WHOOP is hiring a Hardware Lab Manager to own and scale the hardware development lab that enables rapid product innovation from prototype through validation. In this role, you will lead the people ...

NCSU

Senior Lab Manager

Raleigh, NC · On-site

Essential Job Duties The Senior Lab Manager provides strategic and operational leadership across Zeis Textile Extension's pilot-scale textile manufacturing, testing and prototyping laboratories. This ...

Socket.dev

R&D Lab Manager

South San Francisco, CA · On-site

Manage daily operations of laboratory, engineering, and prototyping spaces to ensure teams have a ... Provide operational support during periods of rapid growth, construction activities, changing ...

Neuralink

R&D Lab Manager

South San Francisco, CA · On-site

Manage daily operations of laboratory, engineering, and prototyping spaces to ensure teams have a ... Provide operational support during periods of rapid growth, construction activities, changing ...

Randstad Digital

Lab Manager

Boston, MA · On-site

$95 - $105/hr

This Lab Manager role is the operational backbone of the team. You'll be the person who makes sure ... Own preparation for key lab milestones - prototype build sessions, integration sprints, and testing ...

Neuralink

R&D Lab Manager

South San Francisco, CA · On-site

Manage daily operations of laboratory, engineering, and prototyping spaces to ensure teams have a ... Provide operational support during periods of rapid growth, construction activities, changing ...

JTEKT North America

Prototype Engineer - PLY

Plymouth, MI · On-site

$34 - $38/hr

Manage overall prototype build schedule and required resources. * Guarantee integrity of prototype ... This job also requires significant time working in a prototype lab and/or test lab, overseeing ...

Neuralink

Engineering Lab Manager

Austin, TX · On-site

As an Engineering Lab Manager, you will be instrumental in creating and maintaining an environment ... Build prototypes, run tests and experiments, and provide hands-on technical support to engineers ...

MatX Inc.

High_Speed Lab Manager

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$175K - $400K/yr

Execute Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) on prototype PCBs and SVKs (component swaps, trace cuts ... Source and procure lab equipment, parts, and consumables; manage POs, vendor quotes, and RMAs.

Apple

Lab Manager

Cupertino, CA · On-site

We're looking for a Lab Manager to help us maintain a world-class engineering lab environment where ... prototype-stage hardware programs

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How much do rapid prototype lab manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for rapid prototype lab manager in the United States is $91,960.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $111,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Rapid Prototype Lab Manager vs Rapid Prototype Engineer?

AspectRapid Prototype Lab ManagerRapid Prototype Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, design, or related field; management experience is a plusUsually holds a bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, product design, or similar
Work EnvironmentOversees lab operations, manages teams, and coordinates projects in a lab settingFocuses on designing, building, and testing prototypes within labs or workshops
Industry UsageCommonly employed in manufacturing, product development, and R&D firmsFound in engineering, product design, and innovation teams

The Rapid Prototype Lab Manager primarily oversees lab operations and manages teams, ensuring projects run smoothly, while the Rapid Prototype Engineer focuses on designing and building prototypes. Both roles require technical skills and relevant education, but the manager has additional responsibilities in leadership and coordination.

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Infographic showing various Rapid Prototype Lab Manager job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $91,960 per year, or $44.2 per hour.

Production Technician, Lab

Alexandria, VA • On-site

Research Innovations
Software Development • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Research Innovationsexternal

$20.25 - $27/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Position Title: Production Technician 

Location: Alexandria

Clearance Requirement: Candidate must have the ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance

Employment type: Full Time

Research Innovations, Inc. (RII) is breaking through the big, slow status quo with transformative technology that fundamentally improves the world. We build advanced software solutions for government and military missions, applying agile development and user-centered design to solve complex, mission-critical problems.

RII is seeking an experienced Production Technician to join our SIGINT/EW team. We need a hands-on specialist with experience in the aerospace or defense industry who understands military standards and ruggedization. You will work directly in the lab alongside our engineering leads to prototype and produce hardware that solves unique and challenging problems. You will also be expected to assist the lab manager with daily tasks and responsibilities. 

You will be expected to support high-stakes manufacturing processes and uphold strict quality controls to support one of RII's most successful core values: Get s#it done.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

 Complex Cable & Harness Assembly:

  • Build and inspect high-reliability cable assemblies, including MIL Spec connectors, RF cabling, and integrated data cables, ensuring strict adherence to applicable standards.

  • Perform shield termination on RF cables and verify continuity and isolation to prevent signal interference.

  • Execute water and dust proofing techniques for cable assemblies to ensure durability in harsh environments.

      Lab Collaboration & Production:

  • Collaborate daily in the lab with engineering and design teams to bridge the gap between initial prototypes and field-ready units.

  • Contribute to the ruggedization of sensitive hardware, ensuring components can withstand specific applications such as impact, heat, or salt water.

  • Assist in tracking incoming inventory and sourcing integration pieces to keep lab operations running smoothly.

      Quality Assurance & Standards:

  • Troubleshoot failures in assemblies and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

  • Conduct product testing to verify manufacturing quality, ensuring compliance with industry and safety standards.

  • Assist manage daily operations of the hardware development and prototyping lab environment.

  • Assist maintain organized workspaces, tools, equipment, and test areas to support engineering productivity.

  • Assist develop and enforce lab safety procedures, security protocols, and operational best practices.

  • Assist ensure lab readiness to support rapid prototyping, integration, and testing activities.

WHAT YOU HAVE DONE

  • Must have prior experience in Aerospace, Defense, Military Avionics, or Satellite/UAV manufacturing.

  • Experience in manufacturing small form factor electronics or cable assembly.

  • Strong familiarity with military standards (MIL-STD), ruggedization processes, and environmental protection (waterproofing, corrosion resistance).

  • Demonstrated ability to build complex wire harnesses and terminate RF connectors.

EVEN BETTER

  • A US security clearance.

  • Current or prior certification in IPC-J-STD-001 (Soldering) and IPC/WHMA-A-620 (Cable & Wire Harness).

  • Experience with a variety of prototyping equipment including 3D printing and Laser cutting.

  • Understanding of different materials and coatings for specific applications, such as impact or salt water corrosion.

  • Background in high reliability/low volume environments.

#LI-TC1

At RII, we believe that diversity in our workforce is critical to our success. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger. We work to help your intellectual passions and creativity thrive. It's one of our core values: Let your geek flag fly.
 
We also offer all employees comprehensive benefits including: flexible work schedules, health insurance coverage, paid time off, 401k with a company match, paid parental leave, access to wellness programs and much more. You get this all from day one, and all paid for by RII.
 
It's all part of another of our core values: Stay human. It's why our comfortable and colorful offices such as our headquarters, include a community game room, pantry, massage chair, and an escape room, among other amenities. It's why we have community ambassadors and regular community events.
 
Research Innovations Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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