Asst Group Leader G72 MIT Lincoln Laboratory tuition reimbursement, 401(k) United States, Massachusetts, Lexington 244 Wood Street (Show on map) Sep 15, 2026 Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:

JOIN OUR TALENT NETWORK

Asst Group Leader G72 Apply now

Date:

Sep 15, 2026

Location:

Lexington, MA, US Company:

MIT Lincoln Laboratory The Fabrication Engineering Group realizes prototype systems that demonstrate advanced technology. The group provides innovative fabrication, assembly, integration, and test of advanced hardware prototypes for national security applications. The group is involved from the initial design through the final build of prototype systems including important verification testing. The group concentrates on high-complexity parts, quick-turn capabilities and activities that require concurrent engineering with program teams. Specific examples of fabrication activities include the precision machining of fiber mounts for airborne high energy laser systems, multi-functional structures using additive processes for ground-based radar systems, custom printed circuit boards (PCBs) for space-borne data processing, and highly integrated mechanical packaging for undersea communication terminals. Core mechanical competencies span precision fabrication, additive manufacturing, and advanced 5-axis machining. Core PCB assembly capabilities include advanced solder paste jet dispensing, highly capable surface mount technology (SMT) pick-n-place systems, and automated optical inspection (AOI) machines. Assembly, integration, and test (AI&T) capabilities include integration spaces, clean rooms, vibration testing, thermal testing, and space simulation chambers. Position Description Group 72 (Fabrication Engineering) is seeking an Assistant Group Leader (AGL) to help lead a large and diverse group responsible for the fabrication and AI&T capabilities needed to develop advanced hardware prototypes for national security applications. The AGL will provide technical and organizational leadership for group members while helping shape the group's technical capabilities, operating model, and future direction. The successful candidate will work closely with group leadership, program managers, mission partners, Laboratory organizations, engineering teams, and shop operations to deliver complex and fast-turn prototype systems. A key responsibility will be to modernize and optimize prototype operations by developing and sustaining agile, flexible, and resilient practices that can respond rapidly to evolving Laboratory and program priorities. The AGL will help improve resource allocation, operational visibility, manufacturing planning, quality management, and cross-functional coordination while maintaining the technical rigor and quality required for critical prototype development. The AGL will help foster a collaborative team culture characterized by technical excellence, accountability, innovation, and an evolving growth mindset. The AGL will work with group leadership to evolve the organization in response to changing Laboratory needs, establish simple and effective interfaces across the broader engineering and Laboratory community, and develop future technical leaders. The AGL may serve as a program manager (PM), deputy program manager (DPM) or similar role for complex prototyping efforts, providing technical and programmatic leadership across interdisciplinary teams. The AGL will also contribute to business and program development, group strategy, workforce development, and the advancement of modern digital and data-driven fabrication practices, including the application of artificial intelligence (AI). Major Responsibilities Group Strategy Define and execute strategic priorities aligned with Laboratory and national security needs

Align investments in people, infrastructure, and technology with future mission needs

Establish metrics to assess operational performance against strategic objectives

Strengthen collaboration and simplify interfaces across the Laboratory

Increase engagement with academic institutions, industry partners, and potential sponsors

Support technology transfer to government and industry partners Staff Development Lead, mentor, and develop fabrication engineering members and future technical leaders

Provide technical oversight of fabrication and AI&T activities

Foster a collaborative environment that promotes technical excellence and ownership

Drive strategic planning and execution of priorities, initiatives, and technical efforts

Guide program team members to resolve technical challenges and deliver program objectives Program Leadership Serve as PM or DPM for complex prototype development programs and/or provide leadership of fabrication and AI&T activities across a portfolio of porotype development efforts

Lead multidisciplinary teams with responsibility for programmatic and technical leadership

Resolve technical, manufacturing, supply-chain, schedule, quality, and resource challenges

Partner with mission divisions and sponsors to identify and develop new funded opportunities Agile and Flexible Operations Develop robust, flexible, and agile operating practices for fast-turn prototype development

Advance operations through improved planning and operational visibility

Modernize operations through automation, digital fabrication, data analytics, and AI

Strengthen operations with resilience to material, supplier, and resource disruptions

Establish scalable practices that balance engineering rigor with R D speed and flexibility

Apply Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to improve overall group performance Capability Development Provide state-of-practice capabilities for increasingly complex prototype systems

Anticipate future mission needs and develop technology roadmaps for related capabilities

Evaluate emerging technologies and their potential to improve technical capabilities

Develop novel fabrication solutions that expand engineering design and performance options

Advance emerging fabrication and AI&T technologies Required/Desired Qualifications Technical degree in engineering or a related field; MS or PhD desired

Ability to align strategic planning with effective execution and delivery of organizational priorities

Demonstrated technical excellence and leadership in fabrication engineering and operations

Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and developing complex prototype systems

Experience managing cost, schedule, scope, resources, performance, and risk

Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic environment with changing priorities

Broad knowledge of fabrication capabilities and ability to apply emerging technologies

Ability to apply advances in AI and automation to agile, flexible, and data-driven operations

7+ years relevant technical experience desired

Hiring Range:

$215,000-$300,000

Disclaimer:

MIT Lincoln Laboratory provides a typical hiring range as a good faith estimate of what we reasonably expect to offer for this position at the time of posting. The final salary offered to a selected candidate will depend on various factors, including-but not limited to-the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, skills and education/training, internal equity considerations and applicable legal requirements. This range reflects base salary only and does not include additional forms of compensation or benefits. At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance.

Benefits offered to employees include:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
• MIT-funded pension
• Matching 401K
• Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs
• Mentorship programs
• A range of work-life balance options

... and much more! Please visit our Benefits page for more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage ofother voluntary benefits, discounts and perks. Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance. MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.

Requisition ID:

43344

Nearest Major Market:

Boston Job Segment:

Lab Assistant, Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma, Security Clearance, Laboratory, Science, Management, Government Apply now Find similar jobs:

Engineering