Section Manager Job at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL)

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) Laurel, MD 20723

Description

Are you passionate about mentoring staff and helping them to develop their careers?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.

We are seeking a Section Supervisor for the Power Ground Support, Assembly, and Test (SEP-005) Section in the Spacecraft Power Engineering (SEP) Group. As Section Supervisor, you will provide technical leadership, coaching, and mentoring to staff that fabricate, assemble, test, and document hardware to support Civil Space (CS) and National Security Space (NSS) programs. You will also drive maintenance and improvement of group lab facilities, processes, documentation, training, and application of relevant standards. We strive to foster an environment of collaboration, mentoring, diversity and acceptance.

As a Section Supervisor:
  • Your primary responsibility will be leading the Power Ground Support, Assembly, and Test Section, including developing, coaching, and mentoring staff as well as day-to-day technical leadership.
  • You will supervise technical work to assure the section achieves high-quality and timely technical outputs.
  • You will advertise the capabilities of the section within and outside the group.
  • You will participate in the hiring and onboarding of new staff.
  • You will advocate for staff interests in tasking and training.
  • You will contribute to decisions about group capital, overhead, and facilities.
  • You will lead improvements to processes, documentation, and training.
  • You will approve time sheets and assure staff compliance with APL policies.

Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
  • Possess a High School diploma.
  • Have 5+ years of experience in design, fabrication, assembly, test, or documentation of electronic hardware products.
  • Have demonstrated oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Have an interest in developing the capabilities of SEP’s technical support staff.
  • Have an interest in ensuring compliance of SEP’s facilities and processes.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...
  • Hold an Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master's degree in engineering, engineering technology, or a related field.
  • Have prior leadership experience.
  • Have prior experience managing laboratory facilities and equipment.
  • Are familiar with APL internal and industry standards and processes related to manufacture and test of electronic hardware.
  • Hold or are able to obtain an active Secret or Top Secret clearance.

Spacecraft Power Engineering Group (SEP) Mission Statement

SEP’s mission is to design, test, and deliver reliable spacecraft power systems for APL’s space sector and broader space community that enable the tools to expand our knowledge of the universe. Our diverse team aims to create an accountable and collaborative environment where individuals feel empowered to seek out critical challenges, to make discoveries, and to develop advancements in power electronics.

Be Part of Something Innovative

Over the past 25 years, the Space Exploration Sector at APL, has pushed the boundaries of what is possible; delivering game-changing impacts to sponsors like NASA and the Department of Defense. This includes historic, science space firsts like New Horizons reaching Pluto, Parker Solar Probe being the first to “touch” the sun, and the DART mission that redirected an asteroid for planetary defense. As a not-for-profit university affiliated research center, APL also delivered solutions to our nation’s national security challenges, as proven with the recent Deep Space Advanced Radar Concept (DARC) Tech Demo, and acts as a trusted partner with the US Space Force in space domain awareness and space-integrated warfare.

APL teams are currently developing missions that will advance the search for life in the Solar System through programs such as Europa Clipper and Dragonfly, exploring the lunar and cislunar domains, and providing fundamental knowledge of our Sun’s influence on the near-Earth environment through IMAP and other research and technology endeavors. To learn about these APL’s mission and projects, https://civspace.jhuapl.edu/ and https://www.jhuapl.edu/OurWork/NationalSecuritySpace.

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.


About Us

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.



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