Engineering Lab Supervisor

Build What’s Next in Aerospace:

For nearly a century, Simmonds Precision has been helping shape the future of flight from our home in Vergennes, Vermont. Today, our technologies are trusted across hundreds of commercial and military aircraft platforms worldwide, helping aircraft operate safely, reliably, and efficiently.

At Simmonds Precision, we design and manufacture advanced sensing, monitoring, fuel management, and precision control technologies that solve some of aerospace’s most demanding challenges. Behind every solution is a team of talented people who bring together engineering expertise, advanced manufacturing, craftsmanship, and a drive to innovate.

When you join Simmonds Precision, you’re not just taking the next step in your career, you’re contributing to technology that takes flight around the world. Whether your expertise is in engineering, manufacturing, quality, operations, or business support, there’s an opportunity to make your mark.

Job Summary:

Simmonds Precision is an aerospace equipment supplier. We are seeking a skilled and safety-minded Engineering Lab Supervisor to oversee our testing and prototyping operations. As the Engineering Lab Supervisor, you will lead the daily operations of our engineering development, electromagnetic interference (EMI) and environmental laboratories. You will manage a team of technicians, oversee advanced equipment calibration, and ensure all testing environments comply with strict aerospace standards.

This role is a blend of team leadership, hands-on technical troubleshooting, and rigorous safety management.

• Daily Lab Operations:
  Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free lab. Manage workflow, schedule testing requests, and allocate lab resources to support engineering project timelines.
• Team Leadership:
  Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of lab technicians, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Safety & Compliance:
  Enforce strict OSHA and environmental health and safety (EHS) protocols.
• Equipment & Calibration:
  Oversee the maintenance, calibration, and procurement of specialized testing equipment, telemetry, and instrumentation.
• Environmental equipment such as electrodynamic shakers and environmental chambers
• Electromagnetic equipment such as anechoic chambers and radio frequency equipment.
• Quality Assurance:
  Ensure all lab activities align with AS9100 quality management systems and that test documentation is meticulous and traceable.
• Technical Support:
  Assist engineering teams with test setups, data acquisition, and troubleshooting of electronic, mechanical, or environmental test equipment.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field. Equivalent hands-on experience and a relevant Associate degree will also be considered.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of 5 years working in an engineering laboratory or manufacturing test environment, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Industry Knowledge:
  Direct experience in the aerospace, defense, or aviation industry is highly preferred.
• Technical Expertise:
  Understanding of data acquisition systems (DAQ), calibration protocols, and testing methodologies (DO-160, MIL-STD-810).
• Bidding:
  Ability to generate basis of estimate value for laboratories efforts on new product introduction programs
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

• Strong process skills and familiarity with Continuous Improvement tools (5S, 5
  
  Why, etc.)
• Advanced degree in engineering or business
• Familiarity with aerospace and avionics industry standards (MIL-STD-810, DO-160, DO-178)

At Simmonds Precision, you won't just be filling a position, you'll be developing skills in an industry where precision matters. You'll have the…