High_Speed Lab Manager

MatX's mission is to make the world’s best AI models run as efficiently as allowed by physics, bringing the world years ahead in AI quality and availability.

About The Role

We are seeking a hands-on Lab Manager to oversee daily operations, organization, and infrastructure for our high-speed electrical and optical test lab. This is an active role focused on maintaining equipment, board rework, bench organization, inventory, and remote support. The ideal candidate handles technical troubleshooting, logistics, and facilities management. You take pride in a clean, organized lab and are equally comfortable soldering fine-pitch components, managing procurement, or designing floor plans. This role supports engineers working on high-speed interconnects, signal and power integrity, and optical qualification using advanced lab equipment (oscilloscopes, BERTs, VNAs, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Hands-On Hardware Support
  • Soldering & Rework
    • Perform precision hand soldering/rework on fine-pitch SMT components (0201, QFN, BGA/reballing, LCC, 0.4mm pitch BGAs, flex connectors, high-speed RF/coaxial connectors).
    • Execute Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) on prototype PCBs and SVKs (component swaps, trace cuts, jumpers, test points).
    • Conduct board-level failure analysis (solder joint, trace, pad, and ESD damage inspection) using stereo/digital microscopes.
  • Equipment Maintenance & Support
    • Manage calibration kits and reference cable libraries; perform periodic VNA cable characterization.
    • Provide first-line operation and support for lab instruments (oscilloscopes, BERTs, VNAs, optical power meters, spectrum analyzers, power supplies).
    • Maintain calibration schedules, coordinate third-party servicing, and manage equipment database/records.
  • Remote Test Support
    • Remote Setup: Configure instruments (GPIB/LAN/USB), validate automation scripts, and troubleshoot connectivity for remote engineers.
    • Live Hardware Assist: Act as on-site support—connecting probes, swapping cables, changing DUT configurations, and cycling power.
    • After-Hours Support: Coordinate scheduling for cross-timezone testing and maintain clear shift handoff logs.
  • Logistics & Inventory Management
    • Source and procure lab equipment, parts, and consumables; manage POs, vendor quotes, and RMAs.
    • Maintain a real-time inventory database of assets, serial numbers, and reorder thresholds.
    • Stock critical consumables: solder, flux, IPA, cleaning supplies, and common SMT components.

Requirements

• Associate’s/Bachelor’s in Electronics Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field; equivalent hands-on experience considered.
• 5+ years of experience in an electronics test lab, hardware prototyping lab, or equivalent environment.
• IPC-A-610 certification (Class 2 minimum, Class 3 preferred); J-STD-001 soldering certification a plus.
• Expert hand soldering/SMT rework and BGA reballing/inspection.
• Proficiency with bench instruments (oscilloscopes, power supplies, VNAs).
• Optical fiber handling (connector inspection/cleaning, polarity verification).
• Calibration database management and third-party service coordination.
• Proficiency with procurement (e.g., SAP, Coupa) and asset tracking tools.
• Knowledge of ESD and safety standards (OSHA/EHS).
• Strong communication skills; ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks.
• Customer-service orientation; proactive, solution-focused attitude.

Pay

The US base salary for this full-time position is determined based on a variety of factors including role, experience, location, job related skills, and relevant education and training. Career length is only a guideline for compensation.

• Early Career: $120,000 - $250,000 + equity
• Mid Career: $175,000 - $362,500 + equity
• Senior Career: $250,000 - $475,000 + equity

Benefits

• Time off: 4 weeks PTO (accrued) + 12 company Holidays + up to 3 weeks remote work
• Health: Company-subsidized Medical (Kaiser or Anthem) for employees & dependents, Guardian Dental and Vision insurances for employee & dependents, and life insurance (employee only), plus HSA and FSA offerings via Lively.
• Financial Wellbeing: Choose from Roth IRA/401K (or both) retirement plans with up to 5% company contribution to 401K (even if you don't contribute). Also, 100% company-paid life insurance (up to $300K) and long-term disability insurances.
• Professional Development: $1500 Professional Development Budget (per year)
• Team Meals: Onsite team lunch & dinner Monday - Friday, with your choice of ordering via WeBox, Specialty’s or via reimbursement system
• Commute: Company Uber account or reimbursement for train rides (100% covered)
• MatX E[x]tras: $50/mo to use on the perk you value most
• Cell & Internet Reimbursement: $35/mo for cellular and $40/mo for wifi
• Mental Wellbeing: 100% paid mental health benefit via SpringHealth and Guardian EAP
• Support to Parents: Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave regardless of path to parenthood, 10 weeks pregnancy disability leave, flexible return-to-work hours, and Benepass reproductive health & parental benefit
• AI Resources: Up to $20K/month plus a dedicated internal AI Tooling Team to support your productivity