Aerospace Prototyping Lab Manager

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

9d • $92,587 - $105,351 • Hybrid

About The Position

Stanford Engineering has been at the forefront of innovation for nearly a century, creating pivotal technologies that have transformed the worlds of information technology, communications, health care, energy, business and beyond. Our faculty and students are creative risk-takers who pursue excellence across a breadth of disciplines. Our alumni include some of the world's most successful leaders in technology and business. Our staff are critical to enabling Stanford Engineering to accomplish its mission: seeking solutions to some of the world's most urgent challenges and educating leaders who will make the world a better place through the power of engineering principles, techniques and systems. The Department of Aeronautics & Astronautics seeks a Laboratory Services Manager (LSM) to lead the Skilling Laboratory and administer the health and safety of the laboratory. This position will organize the logistics, materials and equipment needs of multiple Skilling-based courses every quarter. The LSM will also interact with students to provide suggestions on how to tackle prototyping and manufacturing challenges in their course projects. The LSM will work closely with faculty and course assistants to set up and schedule classroom lectures and lab sessions, provide user access and source the necessary equipment and supplies. This position will be responsible for troubleshooting equipment issues, coordinating repair and maintaining an inventory of properly working equipment. A key responsibility is ensuring safety and providing training in the proper usage of all equipment and prototyping approaches including 3D printers, laser cutters, software (CAD/CAM, PCB board layout, etc.), robotics, electronics, soldering, composite materials, and more. The LSM will design and fabricate prototype designs to meet the needs of the department and guide students in the design and implementation of class projects. This position will report to the Director of Finance and Operations and will work closely with the department Chair, faculty, and lecturers to establish and fulfill the goals of the Skilling Laboratory.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and two years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.
• Understanding of academic research facility needs.
• General background in a discipline related to the work of specific lab(s).
• Knowledge and experience in managing facilities, operations, maintenance, space, and equipment administration in a research or teaching setting.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to coordinate and manage multiple projects in a complex and technical environment.
• Familiarity with health and safety compliance regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience working in a laboratory setting.
• Advanced knowledge of 3D printing, laser cutters, and prototyping equipment.
• Demonstrated ability and interest in interacting with and mentoring students (at any level).
• Demonstrated supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple budgets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operation and management of a teaching and prototyping facility - the Skilling Laboratory; schedule and coordinate use of equipment and/or facility.
• Administer health and safety programs and ensure safety compliance; act as resource on safety procedures; provide instruction on a routine basis; liaise with school and/or university health and safety office as appropriate.
• Negotiate and monitor equipment service contracts and warranties with vendors.
• Determine equipment needs, organize the purchase of equipment, prepare quotes, and oversee installation of equipment and instruments.
• Perform and/or coordinate preventative maintenance and repair of all equipment; determine proper method of repair.
• Oversee layout, allocation, and tracking of space among multiple courses/users; manage logistics of laboratory moves; implement plans for renovations of equipment and or/facilities in collaboration with facilities services staff.
• May direct work of other staff, including supervision, hiring, and terminations; determine staffing needs, and ensure efficient utilization of staff.
• Flexibility in completing other assigned duties.

Benefits

• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course.
• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
• A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
• Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
• Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees